West Orange High School Culinary Arts Pre-Apprenticeship Program Application 2027
West Orange Public SchoolsSchool · West Orange, NJ- Due
- Feb 1, 2027
- 90 days left
- Primary contact
- Sebastian DePinho
The 30-second brief
West Orange High School (WOHS) is soliciting applications for its Culinary Arts Pre-Apprenticeship Program in partnership with the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and Maschio’s. The program allows students to develop professional culinary skills, gain hands-on experience in professional kitchen environments, and work toward the ACF Certified Fundamental Cook (CFC) certification. Participants may earn high school credits, dual credits through Hudson Community College, and potentially paid experience. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and meet specific course enrollment requirements. A completed application, a writing sample of 250 words or less, and a school counselor recommendation are required by the deadline of February 1, 2027.
Application form, 250-word writing sample, School counselor recommendation
Virtual interview, Writing sample, Counselor recommendation
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Summary
West Orange High School (WOHS) is soliciting applications for its Culinary Arts Pre-Apprenticeship Program in partnership with the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and Maschio’s.
The program allows students to develop professional culinary skills, gain hands-on experience in professional kitchen environments, and work toward the ACF Certified Fundamental Cook (CFC) certification. Participants may earn high school credits, dual credits through Hudson Community College, and potentially paid experience. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and meet specific course enrollment requirements. A completed application, a writing sample of 250 words or less, and a school counselor recommendation are required by the deadline of February 1, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Virtual interview
- Writing sample
- Counselor recommendation
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Application form
- 250-word writing sample
- School counselor recommendation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- West Orange, NJ
- Reported agency
- West Orange High School
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from West Orange Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 1, 2027. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Sebastian DePinho.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including West Orange Public Schools in NJ, 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 RFEI 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 Sebastian DePinho. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Application form, 250-word writing sample, School counselor recommendation. 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: "Virtual interview, Writing sample, Counselor recommendation" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from West Orange Public Schools?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of February 1, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFEI?
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 West Orange Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: West Orange, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.