Find Food & Nutrition Services RFPs in Massachusetts
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| Title | Agency | Due Date | Set-Aside | Est. Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Call School Kitchen Refrigeration Repairs and Maintenance IFB - 27SCH004B | City of Needham | 2026-06-09 | — | $50K |
| FSMIBSY27CES - Food, Milk, Bread, Ice Cream, Supplies | Collaborative for Educational Services | 2026-06-11 | — | $2.0M |
| Additional Produce Items for BPS FNS | Boston Public Schools Food and Nutrition | 2026-06-15 | — | $500K |
| Additional Grocery Items for BPS FNS | City of Boston | 2026-06-18 | — | — |
| Additional Grocery Items for BPS FNS | Boston Public Schools Food and Nutrition | 2026-06-18 | — | $500K |
| Conference Space, General Catering Services, and Hotel Accommodations | Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care | 2026-06-30 | — | $500K |
| GRO42 K-12 School Nutrition Products | Massachusetts Operational Services Division | 2026-08-26 | — | — |
| GRO42 K-12 School Nutrition Products - Reopen | Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation | 2026-08-26 | — | — |
| GRO42 K-12 School Nutrition Products - Reopen | Massachusetts Operational Services Division | 2026-08-26 | — | $500K |
| Catering Services, Conference Space, and Hotel Accommodations RFR | Massachusetts Department of Mental Health | 2026-12-31 | — | $500K |
| Catering Conference | Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development | 2028-01-05 | — | $2.5M |
| MassDOT RFR Catering Services | Massachusetts Department of Transportation | 2028-04-01 | — | $1.0M |
| Dmh Client Grocery Purchase Master Agreement Rfr | Massachusetts Department of Mental Health | 2028-04-30 | — | $500K |
| RFR 232128 Catering Services, Conference Space, Hotel Room Accommodation | Massachusetts Department of Public Health | 2028-06-29 | — | $500K |
| SP19-ANIM-X85 Animal Feed, Bedding and Training Supplies | Massachusetts Department of State Police | 2028-07-31 | — | $5.0M |
| Mtc-Ocm-Catering, Conf Space & Hotels | Massachusetts Trial Court | 2028-10-31 | — | $3.0M |
| FY25 ADMN Catering | Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety & Security | 2028-11-01 | — | $100K |
| Restaurant Food Take-out/Delivery Services | Massachusetts Department of Youth Services | 2029-04-02 | — | $1.0M |
| DDS Statewide Catering | Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services | 2029-12-30 | — | $2.0M |
| 26MAPROMS2| Catering, Conference Space and overnight Accommodations MA | Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education | 2030-06-28 | — | $10.0M |
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Tips for Winning Food & Nutrition Services Contracts in Massachusetts
- ✓USDA commodity programs (Section 4(a) and Section 6 of NSLA) provide free food to schools. Processors who convert USDA commodities into finished products can access a stable, high-volume market.
- ✓DLA Troop Support is the single largest government food buyer — they manage subsistence contracts for all military branches. Prime vendor contracts for military dining facilities are multi-year, high-value opportunities.
- ✓School nutrition RFPs are issued by individual school districts or state departments of education, not by USDA directly. Monitor state procurement portals and school district websites for food service management company (FSMC) solicitations.
Food & Nutrition Services RFP FAQ
How does the USDA school lunch program create procurement opportunities?
The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) serves nearly 30 million meals daily. School districts procure food products, food service management, kitchen equipment, and delivery services. USDA provides per-meal reimbursements and commodity foods, but districts buy from commercial vendors through competitive bidding. FSMC contracts can be worth millions annually for large districts.
What are DLA Troop Support subsistence contracts?
DLA Troop Support manages the military's food supply chain through Prime Vendor contracts (full-line food distribution to military dining facilities), OCONUS subsistence contracts, and operational rations (MREs). These are multi-year, high-volume contracts. Vendors bid through DLA's internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or FedBizOpps/SAM.gov.
Do food vendors need special certifications for government contracts?
Yes. USDA facilities require USDA inspection for meat and poultry products. FDA registration is required for most food facilities. Food service companies need state health department licenses. For school nutrition, FSMC contracts require compliance with USDA nutrition standards (7 CFR Part 210). HACCP plans are often required in proposals.
Are there small business opportunities in government food procurement?
Yes. Small business set-asides apply to DLA Troop Support contracts under FAR Part 19. Many school districts have local vendor preferences. The USDA DoD Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program specifically encourages small and local farm participation. State-level purchases often have MBE/WBE goals for food service contracts.
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