When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 2, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 16, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The work is located in Tallahassee, Florida, United States.

Child Nutrition Program Administrative Reviews (Due November 2, 2026)

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Management Consulting & Admin Support

Tallahassee, Florida, United StatesPosted: October 13, 2026Deadline: November 2, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a contractor to conduct administrative reviews, targeted technical assistance reviews, and pre-operational visits for child nutrition programs.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have at least three years of experience conducting National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), Afterschool Snack Program (ASP), Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP), grant management, Special Milk Program (SMP), Seamless Summer Option (SSO), Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), and Special Provisions administrative reviews
Must have experience reviewing Food Service Management Company (FSMC) contracts used in NSLP
Must designate a dedicated project manager to oversee staff and ensure consistency
Must provide staff capable of traveling throughout Florida to conduct off-site and on-site reviews
Must provide own PC-based computers capable of running FANS, Adobe, and Microsoft Office
Must pass a background check prior to conducting reviews
Must maintain liability insurance in accordance with industry standards and Florida law

BUDGET

Estimate

$150,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Release of RFP: October 13, 2026

Last day for vendors to submit questions: October 16th, 2026

Anticipated posting of written responses: October 19th, 2026

Sealed proposals due: November 2nd, 2026

Public opening: November 3rd, 2026

Evaluation phase: November 3rd – 6th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 16, 2026

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Issuing Agency

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

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DESCRIPTION

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Division of Food, Nutrition, and Wellness (FNW), is seeking a contractor to conduct administrative reviews (ARs), targeted technical assistance reviews (TTARs), and pre-operational visits for school food authorities participating in the National School Lunch Program and related child nutrition programs. The contractor will be responsible for off-site and on-site reviews, post-review activities, data entry into the Florida Automated Nutrition System (FANS), and reporting. The initial contract term is through September 30, 2027, with the option to renew for up to three additional one-year increments.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 2, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 16, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The work is located in Tallahassee, Florida, United States.

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