Ventura Unified School District Commercial Grocery and Processed Commodity RFP
Ventura UnifiedSchool · Ventura, CA- Due
- May 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Natalie Gerardi
- (805) 641-5000 ext 1213
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Summary
Ventura Unified School District is seeking proposals for commercial grocery and processed commodity. The RFP outlines detailed requirements for vendors, including submission procedures, evaluation criteria, and contract terms. The deadline for submissions is May 4, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
20- Vendor Questionnaire
- Vendor Criteria Form
- Proposal Form
- "Piggyback" Clause Form
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Equal Opportunity Employment Form
- Certification Regarding Lobbying Form
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities Form
- Suspension and Debarment Certification Form
- Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Contractor's Certification Regarding Drug Free Workplace
- Contractor's Certification Regarding Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Workplace
- Contractor's Certification Regarding Worker Compensation
- Clean Air & Water Certification
- Certification for “Buy American” Provision
- Buy American Waiver Exemption List
- China Prohibition Certification
- Certificate of Compliance with proposition 12 (Farm Animal Confinement)
- Pricing Spreadsheet(s) (hard copy and electronic media)
- All addenda
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Ventura, CA
- Reported agency
- Ventura Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Ventura Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Natalie Gerardi.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ventura Unified in CA, 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 Natalie Gerardi at (805) 641-5000 ext 1213. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Ventura Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Ventura Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Ventura Unified 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: Vendor Questionnaire, Vendor Criteria Form, Proposal Form, "Piggyback" Clause Form, Non-Collusion Declaration, Equal Opportunity Employment Form, Certification Regarding Lobbying Form, Disclosure of L. Review the full document from Ventura Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ventura, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.