When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 15, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $225,000 – $675,000.

It was issued by Massachusetts Department Of Elementary And Secondary Education. The work is located in Everett, Massachusetts, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience managing farm to school and early education program promotion. Strong background in food systems and community engagement. Capability to evaluate and report on grant-funded education programs. Familiarity with Massachusetts or New England regional food initiatives. Proven success in public outreach and campaign implementation.

School and Early Education Programs Farm Enhancement Service (Due June 17, 2026)

Overview

Education, Training & Libraries

Everett, Massachusetts, United StatesPosted: May 30th, 2026Deadline: June 17th, 2026

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SUMMARY

The agency is seeking a partner to enhance, promote, and evaluate farm to school and early education food literacy programs in Everett, Massachusetts.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have no apparent or actual conflict of interest
Must demonstrate expertise in designing and implementing farm to school programming for Child Nutrition Programs
Must demonstrate content expertise in USDA Child Nutrition Program regulations
Must demonstrate familiarity with diverse public schools, districts, early care sites and community organizations
Must have proven experience working directly with districts, schools, early care sites and community organizations
Must register on the COMMBUYS website
Must maintain an active COMMBUYS seller account
Must agree to participate in the Commonwealth Electronic Funds Transfer program
Must submit a Supplier Diversity Program Plan with a commitment of 1% or higher

BUDGET

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$225,000 – $675,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Question submission deadline: June 15th, 2026

Official answers posted: June 17th, 2026

Bid opening date: July 14th, 2026

Initial contract end date: June 30th, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 15th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Massachusetts Department Of Elementary And Secondary Education

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DESCRIPTION

The agency seeks a vendor to enhance farm to school and early education programs within Everett, Massachusetts. The selected provider will work in collaboration with the agency to evaluate current barriers to engagement and to develop, implement, and coordinate an innovative promotional campaign aimed at informing organizations and the public about the contributions of operators to the local food system. The campaign will also highlight the impact of expanded food literacy on students.

Key objectives include increasing public awareness of farm to school programs in the Commonwealth, such as the Fresh Grant and Fresh Grant Program, and supporting farm to school initiatives within communities through monthly local purchasing programs and the 'Terrific Trays' campaign. The vendor will be responsible for evaluating both the qualitative and quantitative impacts of the Fresh Grant Program and related funding, with a final report and recommendations for improvement delivered to the Department.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 15, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $225,000 – $675,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Massachusetts Department Of Elementary And Secondary Education. The work is located in Everett, Massachusetts, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience managing farm to school and early education program promotion
Strong background in food systems and community engagement
Capability to evaluate and report on grant-funded education programs
Familiarity with Massachusetts or New England regional food initiatives
Proven success in public outreach and campaign implementation

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