Vicksburg Warren School District - Summer Food Service Program Meal Boxes - RFP# 26-27-07 (2026)
Vicksburg Warren School DistrictSchool · Vicksburg, MS- Due
- Apr 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kathy Hughes
- (601) 638-5122
The 30-second brief
Vicksburg Warren School District seeks qualified vendors to provide pre-packaged 7-day meal boxes for distribution through the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). The selected vendor will assemble, package, and deliver weekly meal boxes containing breakfast and lunch components sufficient for seven days in compliance with USDA SFSP meal pattern requirements, federal and state regulations, and food safety standards. Estimated quantities range from 2,000 to 4,000 boxes per week for delivery to Beechwood Elementary School, Dana Road Elementary School, and Warren Central Junior High School in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The submission deadline is April 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST, with questions due by April 10, 2026. Bids require pricing on Form CN-001, a picture, description, or sample of the 7-day box, CN labels or product formulation statements, a W-9 form, and a certificate of liability insurance.
7-day summer meal boxes, 6-day summer meal boxes for the first week of operation only, Breakfast components, Lunch components
Ability to Meet the Specific Needs of VWSD (30), Experience and Qualifications (30), Quality and Completeness of Proposal (5), Compliance with Contract Terms and Conditions (5), Pricing (Completion/Submission of Form CN-001 & CN-002) (30)
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Summary
Vicksburg Warren School District seeks qualified vendors to provide pre-packaged 7-day meal boxes for distribution through the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP).
The selected vendor will assemble, package, and deliver weekly meal boxes containing breakfast and lunch components sufficient for seven days in compliance with USDA SFSP meal pattern requirements, federal and state regulations, and food safety standards. Estimated quantities range from 2,000 to 4,000 boxes per week for delivery to Beechwood Elementary School, Dana Road Elementary School, and Warren Central Junior High School in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The submission deadline is April 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST, with questions due by April 10, 2026. Bids require pricing on Form CN-001, a picture, description, or sample of the 7-day box, CN labels or product formulation statements, a W-9 form, and a certificate of liability insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7-day summer meal boxes, 6-day summer meal boxes for the first week of operation only, Breakfast components, Lunch components
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Form CN-001 Pricing
- Form CN-002 Addenda/Bidder Information
- W-9 form
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Picture/description or sample of the 7-day box
- CN label or product formulation statement for each item
- Signed addenda
- Submit to
- Vicksburg Warren School District Central Office, 1500 Mission 66, Vicksburg, MS 39180
- Scope location
- Vicksburg, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vicksburg Warren School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 13, 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: Vicksburg Warren School District Central Office, 1500 Mission 66, Vicksburg, MS 39180. For questions, contact Kathy Hughes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vicksburg Warren School District in MS, 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 Kathy Hughes at (601) 638-5122. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 7-day summer meal boxes, 6-day summer meal boxes for the first week of operation only, Breakfast components, Lunch components. 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: "Ability to Meet the Specific Needs of VWSD (30), Experience and Qualifications (30), Quality and Completeness of Proposal (5), Compliance with Contract Terms and Conditions (5), Pricing (Completion/Su..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Vicksburg Warren School District?
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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: Form CN-001 Pricing, Form CN-002 Addenda/Bidder Information, W-9 form, Certificate of Liability Insurance, picture/description or sample of the 7-day box, CN label or product formulation statement for. Review the full document from Vicksburg Warren School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vicksburg, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.