Vista Unified School District CNS Farm-to-School Produce RFP V2526120RFP 2026
Vista UnifiedSchool · Vista, CA- Due
- Jun 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jose Mata-Villa
- (760) 726-2170 ext 92642
The 30-second brief
Vista Unified School District is soliciting proposals for California-grown produce for its Farm-to-School program. The contract term is one year starting July 1, 2026, with two optional renewals. Proposals are due June 5, 2026.
Hard Copy of Specifications, Flash Drive with all RFP documents, Signed Proposal Form, Non-collusion Declaration, Agreement Page, Proposer Criteria Form, Supplier Questionnaire, Equal Opportunity Employment Act certification, Lobbying forms, Suspension and Debarment certification, Iran Contracting Act certification, Drug-Free Workplace certificate, Worker's Compensation certificate
Price, Time from Harvest to Delivery, Actual grower status, References, Harvest location/distance, Educational information provision, Harvested in CA, Farm within 75 miles
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Summary
Vista Unified School District is soliciting proposals for California-grown produce for its Farm-to-School program. The contract term is one year starting July 1, 2026, with two optional renewals. Proposals are due June 5, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Price
- Time from Harvest to Delivery
- Actual grower status
- References
- Harvest location/distance
- Educational information provision
- Harvested in CA
- Farm within 75 miles
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Hard Copy of Specifications
- Flash Drive with all RFP documents
- Signed Proposal Form
- Non-collusion Declaration
- Agreement Page
- Proposer Criteria Form
- Supplier Questionnaire
- Equal Opportunity Employment Act certification
- Lobbying forms
- Suspension and Debarment certification
- Iran Contracting Act certification
- Drug-Free Workplace certificate
- Worker's Compensation certificate
- Submit to
- 1234 Arcadia Ave, Vista, CA 92084
- Scope location
- Vista, CA
- Reported agency
- Vista Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vista Unified?
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. Submissions should be delivered to: 1234 Arcadia Ave, Vista, CA 92084. For questions, contact Jose Mata-Villa.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vista 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 Jose Mata-Villa at (760) 726-2170 ext 92642. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hard Copy of Specifications, Flash Drive with all RFP documents, Signed Proposal Form, Non-collusion Declaration, Agreement Page, Proposer Criteria Form, Supplier Questionnaire, Equal Opportunity Employment Act certification, Lobbying forms, Suspension and Debarment certification, Iran Contracting A. 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, Time from Harvest to Delivery, Actual grower status, References, Harvest location/distance, Educational information provision, Harvested in CA, Farm within 75 miles" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Vista Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Vista Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Vista 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. Review the full document from Vista 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: Vista, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.