Management and Implementation of School Food Service Training

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Food, Nutrition, and Wellness is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to establish a contractual service agreement for the management and implementation of school food service-related training for School Food Authorities (SFAs) in the state of Florida. The training is designed to assist SFAs in maintaining compliance with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) School Nutrition Program Professional Standards. The scope of work includes the administration of the training program, development of course material, delivering on-site training, and completing reports for the Department. The anticipated term of the contract is from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027, with the possibility of up to three 1-year renewals. Vendors must submit pricing for monthly administration costs, training costs based on attendance levels, and certified food safety trainings for managers and staff. Proposals must be submitted by June 5, 2024 at 5:00 PM ET. The Department intends to make a single award, or no award, based on the vendor that provides the highest cumulative total points for technical and price scores.

The RFP opportunity covers the state of Florida, with identified jurisdictions of Leon County and Tampa City. The document does not provide specifics on set-asides, incumbents, or funding requirements. It indicates that the previous contract was on a calendar year basis and is now moving to a school year calendar. Interested parties are advised to submit any protests within the timeframe outlined in Florida Statutes. The previous contract value is not disclosed, but the Department is seeking to establish a new multi-year agreement with a single qualified vendor.