Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 Food Service Management Company RFP 2026 - Proposal No. 2026-27
Waukegan CUSD 60School · Waukegan, IL- Due
- Apr 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Anderson Lattimore
- (224) 303-1082
The 30-second brief
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 is soliciting proposals from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMCs) to provide onsite management and operational support for the SFA food program, serving approximately 14,000 students across multiple elementary, middle, and high school campuses operating as a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) district. Services include menu planning, procurement, production, staffing, training, and service delivery, supporting programs such as NSLP, SBP, CACFP, SFSP, and ASSP. Vendors must demonstrate experience in space-constrained and non-traditional environments, offering on-site or delivered meal models, scratch cooking, USDA Foods utilization, and strict adherence to nutrition standards and local wellness policies. Proposals are due by 4/27/2026 at 02:00 p.m. CST, with a mandatory pre-proposal conference and facility tour on 3/23/2026. Required criteria include federal mandate pricing, menu selection, FSMC experience, financial stability, and professional standards.
Reimbursable Breakfast w/ Milk, Reimbursable Lunch w/ Milk, A la Carte Meal Equivalent, Reimbursable After School Snack, Reimbursable At-Risk After School Supper w/ Milk, Reimbursable Breakfast w/ Milk (SFSP), Reimbursable Lunch w/ Milk (SFSP)
Federal Mandate Price/ Cost Proposal (17 Points), Menu Selection, Use of USDA Foods, Food Quality, Portion Sizes (16 Points), FSMC Experience, Management Plan, References, Service Capability (8 Points), Financial Conditions/ Stability, Accounting and Reporting Systems (8 Points), Personnel Management and Professional Standards Plan (6 Points), Promotion/ Marketing in School Food Service (3 Points), Involvement of Students, Staff, and Patrons (3 Points), FSMC Proposed On-site Supervisor and Staffing Plan (6 Points), IL State Mandated: Promotion of health and well-being of students (5 Points), IL State Mandated: Local food products (4 Points), IL State Mandated: Hormone and pest practices (3 Points), IL State Mandated: Animal welfare (3 Points), IL State Mandated: Contracting with Small and Minority Businesses, Women's Business Enterprises, and Labor Surplus Area Firms (3 Points), Exhibit K FSMC Narrative Response (10 Points), FSMC Presentation and Taste Testing (5 Points)
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Summary
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 is soliciting proposals from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMCs) to provide onsite management and operational support for the SFA food program, serving approximately 14,000 students across multiple elementary, middle, and high school campuses operating as a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) district.
Services include menu planning, procurement, production, staffing, training, and service delivery, supporting programs such as NSLP, SBP, CACFP, SFSP, and ASSP. Vendors must demonstrate experience in space-constrained and non-traditional environments, offering on-site or delivered meal models, scratch cooking, USDA Foods utilization, and strict adherence to nutrition standards and local wellness policies. Proposals are due by 4/27/2026 at 02:00 p.m. CST, with a mandatory pre-proposal conference and facility tour on 3/23/2026. Required criteria include federal mandate pricing, menu selection, FSMC experience, financial stability, and professional standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Federal Mandate Price/ Cost Proposal (17 Points), Menu Selection, Use of USDA Foods, Food Quality, Portion Sizes (16 Points), FSMC Experience, Management Plan, References, Service Capability (8 Points), Financial Conditions/ Stability, Accounting and Reporting Systems (8 Points), Personnel Management and Professional Standards Plan (6 Points), Promotion/ Marketing in School Food Service (3 Points), Involvement of Students, Staff, and Patrons (3 Points), FSMC Proposed On-site Supervisor and Staffing Plan (6 Points), IL State Mandated: Promotion of health and well-being of students (5 Points), IL State Mandated: Local food products (4 Points), IL State Mandated: Hormone and pest practices (3 Points), IL State Mandated: Animal welfare (3 Points), IL State Mandated: Contracting with Small and Minority Businesses, Women's Business Enterprises, and Labor Surplus Area Firms (3 Points), Exhibit K FSMC Narrative Response (10 Points), FSMC Presentation and Taste Testing (5 Points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Reimbursable Breakfast w/ Milk
- Reimbursable Lunch w/ Milk
- A la Carte Meal Equivalent
- Reimbursable After School Snack
- Reimbursable At-Risk After School Supper w/ Milk
- Reimbursable Breakfast w/ Milk (SFSP)
- Reimbursable Lunch w/ Milk (SFSP)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Proposal Form
- Fixed Price per Meal Rates Form
- Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Bid-Rigging Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility
- Voluntary Exclusion
- Certificate Regarding Lobbying
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Proposal Agreement
- Exhibit K FSMC Narrative Response
- Audited Financial Statements
- 21-Day Cycle Menu
- Submit to
- Purchasing Manager, WPS60, Lincoln Center, 1201 N Sheridan Rd., Waukegan, IL 60085
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Waukegan, IL
- Reported agency
- Waukegan Community Unit School District 60
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Waukegan CUSD 60?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 27, 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: Purchasing Manager, WPS60, Lincoln Center, 1201 N Sheridan Rd., Waukegan, IL 60085. For questions, contact Anderson Lattimore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Waukegan CUSD 60 in IL, 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 Anderson Lattimore at (224) 303-1082. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Reimbursable Breakfast w/ Milk, Reimbursable Lunch w/ Milk, A la Carte Meal Equivalent, Reimbursable After School Snack, Reimbursable At-Risk After School Supper w/ Milk, Reimbursable Breakfast w/ Milk (SFSP), Reimbursable Lunch w/ Milk (SFSP). 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: "Federal Mandate Price/ Cost Proposal (17 Points), Menu Selection, Use of USDA Foods, Food Quality, Portion Sizes (16 Points), FSMC Experience, Management Plan, References, Service Capability (8 Points..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Waukegan CUSD 60?
All active and historical solicitations from Waukegan CUSD 60 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Waukegan CUSD 60 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: Proposal Form, Fixed Price per Meal Rates Form, Certificate of Independent Price Determination, Bid-Rigging Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary E. Review the full document from Waukegan CUSD 60 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waukegan, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.