RFP - Food Service Management Company

Talbot County Public Schools in Maryland (St. Mary's County, FIPS Code 24037) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMCs) to provide comprehensive food service and nutrition program management. The scope of services encompasses the National School Lunch Program (including after-school snacks), School Breakfast Program (including breakfast in the classroom), food distribution services, Summer Food Service Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program, and catering services. Prospective vendors must demonstrate qualifications in managing large-scale school food service operations and experience with federally funded nutrition programs. The RFP was posted on April 13, 2026, with a proposal submission deadline of April 24, 2026, providing interested parties with an 11-day window to prepare and submit their proposals.

The RFP documentation does not specify particular set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions limiting eligibility to specific organization types at this time. No information regarding incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure and technology requirements that would necessitate vendor integration has been provided in the available procurement materials. Similarly, the specific contract award value or budget range for this food service management opportunity has not been disclosed in the posted documentation. Interested FSMCs should contact the procuring entity directly or review the complete RFP solicitation documents for additional details regarding evaluation criteria, minimum qualifications, technical specifications, and any financial parameters associated with this contracting opportunity.