Bid No. 26-128 RFP for Management of School Food Services Program

The City of Springfield is seeking a Food Service Management company to provide complete School Food Services to the City's School Department. The contract will be for a period of one year, with the option for up to four one-year renewals. The annual cost is estimated to be $30 million. A mandatory pre-proposal conference will be held on February 25, 2026, followed by site visits to school locations. Vendors can submit written questions via email until February 27, 2026. The City of Springfield supports minority and women participation in all contracts, with a goal of 20% participation. • The contract period is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. • The annual cost is estimated to be $30 million. • A mandatory pre-proposal conference will be held on February 25, 2026. • Site visits to school locations will be held immediately following the pre-proposal conference. • Vendors can submit written questions via email until February 27, 2026. • The City of Springfield supports minority and women participation in all contracts, with a goal of 20% participation.