Vermont REBID VAAFM USA Food Safety Replacement Project RFP
Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of VermontState · Montpelier, VT- Due
- Mar 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Kyle Emerson
The 30-second brief
The Vermont Agency of Agriculture Food and Markets (VAAFM) is seeking a modernized solution to enhance the management of dairy-related food safety activities, including inspections, permits, licensing, enforcement, and compliance. This project aims to replace the legacy USAFoodSafety application with a hosted, state-of-the-art system.
Bidder Profile, Bidder Proposal/Solution, Professional Implementation Services, Maintenance and Support Services, Pricing
Bidder Profile: Experience, Financial Strength, References; Bidder Proposal/Solution and ability to meet the State's Functional and Non-Functional Requirements; Professional Implementation Services: Project Management and Technical services; Maintenance and Support Services; Pricing: includes licensing, maintenance, and warranty
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Summary
The Vermont Agency of Agriculture Food and Markets (VAAFM) is seeking a modernized solution to enhance the management of dairy-related food safety activities, including inspections, permits, licensing, enforcement, and compliance.
This project aims to replace the legacy USAFoodSafety application with a hosted, state-of-the-art system.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Bidder Profile: Experience, Financial Strength, References
- Bidder Proposal/Solution and ability to meet the State's Functional and Non-Functional Requirements
- Professional Implementation Services: Project Management and Technical services
- Maintenance and Support Services
- Pricing: includes licensing, maintenance, and warranty
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bidder Profile
- Bidder Proposal/Solution
- Professional Implementation Services
- Maintenance and Support Services
- Pricing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Attachment #1: Financial Statement
- Attachment #2: Road Map
- Attachment #3: PowerPoint Executive Summary
- Attachment #4: Project Phases
- Milestones
- Implementation Time-line
- Attachment #5: Project Manager Resume(s)
- Attachment #6: Implementation Plan
- Attachment #7: Technical Resources Resume(s)
- Attachment #8: Examples of Work
- State of Vermont Bidder Response Form
- Certificate of Compliance
- Scope location
- Vermont
- Reported agency
- Vermont Agency of Agriculture Food and Markets
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 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. For questions, contact Kyle Emerson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont in VT, 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 Kyle Emerson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bidder Profile, Bidder Proposal/Solution, Professional Implementation Services, Maintenance and Support Services, Pricing. 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: "Bidder Profile: Experience, Financial Strength, References; Bidder Proposal/Solution and ability to meet the State's Functional and Non-Functional Requirements; Professional Implementation Services: P..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. 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: Attachment #1: Financial Statement, Attachment #2: Road Map, Attachment #3: PowerPoint Executive Summary, Attachment #4: Project Phases, Milestones, and Implementation Time-line, Attachment #5: Projec. Review the full document from Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vermont. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.