Waupaca County Elderly Nutrition Program Meal Catering RFP-26-002-32
Waupaca CountyCounty · Waupaca, WI- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Megan Hintz
- (715) 258-6278
The 30-second brief
Waupaca County is soliciting proposals for home-delivered meal services for older adults in Clintonville, Marion, and Embarrass. Services include menu planning, food preparation in licensed facilities, packaging, and transportation. Proposals are due February 27, 2026.
Service Proposal Form, Cost Breakdown, Menu Cycle, Facility Information
Lowest total cost, most suitable service model
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Summary
Waupaca County is soliciting proposals for home-delivered meal services for older adults in Clintonville, Marion, and Embarrass. Services include menu planning, food preparation in licensed facilities, packaging, and transportation. Proposals are due February 27, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total cost, most suitable service model
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Service Proposal Form
- Cost Breakdown
- Menu Cycle
- Facility Information
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Submit to
- Waupaca, WI
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Clintonville, WI; Marion, WI; Embarrass, WI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Waupaca County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 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: Waupaca, WI. For questions, contact Megan Hintz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Waupaca County in WI, 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 Megan Hintz at (715) 258-6278. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Service Proposal Form, Cost Breakdown, Menu Cycle, Facility Information. 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: "Lowest total cost, most suitable service model" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Waupaca County?
All active and historical solicitations from Waupaca County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Waupaca County 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: Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C. Review the full document from Waupaca County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clintonville, WI; Marion, WI; Embarrass, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.