RFP 2026-0500-0260 Child Nutrition Programs Administrative Review

The State of Alaska Department of Education and Early Development is soliciting proposals for the 2026-0500-0260 contract to conduct Administrative Reviews for USDA nutrition programs, including School Nutrition Programs, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and the Summer Food Service Program. The selected contractor will perform reviews for school districts and Residential Child Care Institutions across Alaska, with an expected annual volume of 18 to 25 NSLP/SBP reviews, 15 to 20 CACFP reviews, and 4 to 7 SFSP reviews. The period of performance begins approximately in April 2026 and concludes around September 30, 2027. The contract has a maximum budget of 1,320,000 dollars, and the state will award the contract to the highest scoring offeror based on an evaluation of overall value, considering both cost and non-cost factors. Key deliverables include completed administrative review packets, corrective action plans, and communication logs, with specific annual deadlines of June 1 for SNP reviews and September 30 for CACFP and SFSP reviews. Contractors must provide staff capable of traveling throughout the state of Alaska and must adhere to strict confidentiality and non-discrimination standards. Payment is contingent upon the approval of invoices and progress reports by the project director, and any single payment of 1 million dollars or more must be processed via Electronic Funds Transfer. Proposals must be submitted as separate technical and cost PDF documents by April 1, 2026, and include all required submittal forms and certifications, including Alaska business licensing and compliance with federal and state laws.