Universal Institute Charter School Food Service Procurement and Distribution RFP 2026
Universal Alcorn CSSchool · Philadelphia, PA- Due
- Jun 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tamelia Hinson-Threadgill
The 30-second brief
Universal Institute Charter School is soliciting proposals for the procurement and distribution of food and non-food supplies for five schools serving approximately 2000 scholars. Proposals are due by June 5, 2026.
Prime Vendor Bid Workbook, Summary & Certification Form, Listing of proposed alternate products
Price Evaluation, Commitment to Provide Deliveries Mon-Thurs, Commitment to Delivery Window, Lowest Number of No Bid items, Electronic Order Tracking and Reporting System
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Summary
Universal Institute Charter School is soliciting proposals for the procurement and distribution of food and non-food supplies for five schools serving approximately 2000 scholars. Proposals are due by June 5, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price Evaluation
- Commitment to Provide Deliveries Mon-Thurs
- Commitment to Delivery Window
- Lowest Number of No Bid items
- Electronic Order Tracking and Reporting System
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Prime Vendor Bid Workbook
- Summary & Certification Form
- Listing of proposed alternate products
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Prime Vendor Bid Workbook
- Summary & Certification Form
- Vendor Bid Workbook for Alternates
- Submit to
- 801 S. 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
- Duration
- 10 months
- Scope location
- Philadelphia, PA
- Reported agency
- Universal Institute Charter School
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Universal Alcorn CS?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 801 S. 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146. For questions, contact Tamelia Hinson-Threadgill.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Universal Alcorn CS in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Tamelia Hinson-Threadgill. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Prime Vendor Bid Workbook, Summary & Certification Form, Listing of proposed alternate products. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price Evaluation, Commitment to Provide Deliveries Mon-Thurs, Commitment to Delivery Window, Lowest Number of No Bid items, Electronic Order Tracking and Reporting System" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Universal Alcorn CS?
All active and historical solicitations from Universal Alcorn CS are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Universal Alcorn CS regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Prime Vendor Bid Workbook, Summary & Certification Form, Vendor Bid Workbook for Alternates. Review the full document from Universal Alcorn CS for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Philadelphia, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.