Bid No. 26-128 Management of School Food Services Program
Federal opportunity from PUR02 - Procurement • City of Springfield. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Apr 10, 2026. Industry: NAICS UNSPSC 93-13-16.
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The City of Springfield, acting through the Chief Procurement Officer of the City is issuing this Request for Proposals to Food Service Management companies who have an interest in providing the Citys School Department with complete School Food Services. Vendors who request a clarification of the RFP requirements may submit written questions via email to lstabilo@springfieldcityhall.com and grayt@springfieldpublicschools.com by close of business February 27, 2026.
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The City of Springfield is seeking proposals from Food Service Management companies to manage their School Food Services Program, as outlined in Bid No. 26-128. The deadline for proposal submissions is April 10, 2026, highlighting the extended timeline for preparation. Vendors with questions about the RFP can reach out via specified email addresses by February 27, 2026, ensuring open communication regarding requirements.
The City aims to partner with a qualified Food Service Management company to provide comprehensive school food services to its School Department. This includes all aspects of food management, from procurement to service delivery, ensuring compliance with school nutrition standards.
- Evaluate current food service operations
- Develop a comprehensive food service management plan
- Implement school nutrition programs
- Monitor compliance and performance
- Manage food procurement and logistics
- Completed proposal document
- Proof of previous experience
- Detailed budget and pricing outline
- Compliance with RFP requirements
- Quality assurance and improvement plan
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- Further details on specific services required
- Information on the current food service operation
- Budget expectations for the contract
- Details on the selection criteria for bidders
- Clarification on training requirements for staff
- Updates on local regulations pertaining to school food services
- Size and demographic of the student population served
- Information on any recent evaluations of existing food service programs
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