RFI 26-742 K-12 Fresh Pizza Program

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Vendor Services Department
Procurement
1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard
Stone Mountain, Georgia 30083
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) 26-742
K-12 Fresh Pizza Program
Schedule of Events (EST)
EVENT DATE(S) TIME LOCATION
Solicitation Posts June 16, 2026 https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net
Deadline to Submit
June 23, 2026 12:00 PM https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net
Questions (Q&A)
Q&A Deadline Responses June 26, 2026 4:30 PM https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net
Submission Deadline June 30, 2026 2:00 PM https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net
SUBMISSIONS MUST BE RECEIVED ELECTRONICALLY VIA https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net
DeKalb County School District Solicitation Contact Person:
Fred Christopher, Procurement Manager III-Non-Capital
(678) 676- 0217 and/or email at solicitationquestions@dekalbschoolsga.org

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1701 MOUNTAIN INDUSTRIAL BLVD, STONE MOUNTAIN, GEORGIA 30083
https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
RFI 26-742
K-12 Fresh Pizza Program

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page .............................................................................................................................. 2
Table of Contents .................................................................................................................. 3
Submittal Terms ............................................................................................................................................................ 4
Attachments .................................................................................................................... 14-20
PART I - BACKGROUND AND INFORMATION
A. Objectives ...................................................................................................... 5
B. General Information ........................................................................................ 5
C. Addenda .......................................................................................................... 5
D. Proposal Contact Persons............................................................................... 6
E. Proposal Submission Deadline ....................................................................... 6
F. Questions and Answers .................................................................................. 6
G. Georgia Open Records Act ............................................................................. 6
TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT'D)
PART II - Request for Information
A. Purpose / Project Overview .......................................................................... 7
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A - Non-Collusion .................................................................................. 14
Attachment B- Conflict of Interest ............................................................................. 15
Attachment C - Critical Paragraphs .......................................................................... 16
Attachment D - Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure ................................................ 17
Attachment E - Suspension and Debarment ............................................................ 18
Attachment F - Signature Page ................................................................................ 19
Final Page ................................................................................................................. 20

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Format and Submission of Proposals
Submittal responses to this solicitation will be received electronically on the DeKalb County School District
website at https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net.
The format requirements for RFI responses are designed to ensure uniformity in the responses, provide the
information necessary to understand each offeror's proposal, and facilitate an efficient and comprehensive
evaluation of all responses. Proposals must comply with the specifications and detailed instructions stated
in this RFI document, be signed by the certifying company official, and be presented to the DCSD Purchasing
Department according to the detailed instructions stated in this document.
* RFI responses must be submitted electronically via https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net.
* Submissions must be presented in a PDF format. All attachments must be identified properly for
easy recognition and association.
* Each page of the response must be numbered.
* Each proposal must contain a detailed Table of Contents and must be organized in the same
order as the requirements are outlined in this RFI document. Each separate bullet point must be
addressed individually. A response that does not adhere to a "point-by-point" format may be
disqualified.
* Responses shall be organized simply and economically. Emphasis must be placed on
completeness and clarity. Submissions that do not include all the required information may be
disqualified.
All potential respondents must register as a vendor at https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net.

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PART I
BACKGROUND AND INFORMATION
A. Objectives
DeKalb County School District (hereinafter, "DCSD") is requesting qualified vendors to submit proposals
to provide information for the K-12 Fresh Pizza Program.
B. General Information
DCSD is a metropolitan Atlanta public school system organized and existing under the Constitution and
laws of the State of Georgia. DCSD is located in the fourth largest county in Georgia. DeKalb County is
one of the most culturally diverse counties in the nation. DCSD has a student enrollment of approximately
93,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. With 139 schools and centers, DCSD educates the
third largest pre-kindergarten through grade 12 student population in the State of Georgia. DCSD is the
second largest employer in DeKalb County with approximately 14,000 employees.
DCSD is dedicated to giving every student the best possible education through an intensive core
curriculum and specialized, challenging instructional and career programs. DCSD is striving to become
the premier K-12 school system of choice and desires to significantly improve leadership, teaching, and
student learning to fulfill its mission as an organization for public education.
DCSD includes approximately:
* 77 Elementary Schools
* 19 Middle Schools
* 22 High Schools
* 8 Start-up Charter Schools
* 12 Specialized Learning Centers
* 7 Administrative Centers, and
* 5 Athletic Stadiums
DCSD's wide-area network connects instruction and administration sites to deliver technology and learning
tools to every child. The main administrative offices are located at 1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard,
Stone Mountain, Georgia 30083. DCSD is governed by a seven-member Board of Education.
C. Addenda
It is the responsibility of offerors to frequently check for any addenda, questions, and answers posted on
the Purchasing Bulletin Board on the DCSD website. Failure on the part of offerors to make themselves
aware of and comply with addenda requirements will not relieve them of this obligation.
All posted addenda must be printed, signed by the offeror, and included in the offeror's RFI submission.
Click on the following link to the Purchasing Bulletin Board: https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net
D. Proposal Contact Person
The assigned contact person for offerors is Fred Christopher, Procurement Manager III-Non-Capital who
can be reached at (678) 676-0217 or by email to solicitationquestions@dekabschoolsga.org.

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E. Submission Deadline
All potential respondents must register as a vendor at https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net.
Submissions in response to this RFI must be received electronically via IonWave no later than 2:00 PM on
Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Submissions received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
F. Questions and Answers
It is intended that this RFI be adequate for any offeror to respond to DCSD's requirements. However, should
offerors have questions, all questions shall be submitted electronically to: https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net.
Questions submitted to any other mailbox, voice mail or e-mail address will not be considered for response. The
deadline to submit questions is Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Questions received after the deadline
will not be considered.
All questions received by the deadline shall be answered in writing and both the questions and answers will be
posted to the website https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net no later than Friday, June 26, 2026, at 4:30 PM
EST. Responses to questions will not be posted on official DCSD holidays.
G. Georgia Open Records Act
All responses submitted in response to DCSD solicitations may be subject to the Georgia Open Records Act,
which permits any member of the public to inspect and/or copy documents prepared and maintained or received
in the course of the operation of the public office or agency.

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PART II- REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
K-12 Fresh Pizza Program
Purpose
The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to
gather information from qualified vendors that currently offer comprehensive K-12 Fresh
Pizza Programs for school nutrition operations. The purpose of this RFI is to better
understand available products, equipment, operational models, training services,
branding opportunities, and industry best practices related to fresh pizza programs
within K-12 school districts.
This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a
competitive solicitation, contract offer, or commitment by DCSD to issue a future
solicitation or award a contract.
Background
DCSD is exploring options for implementing a fresh pizza program that provides
students with high-quality, USDA-compliant personal pan-style pizzas while supporting
efficient cafeteria operations.
DCSD seeks information regarding complete program offerings that may include:
* Pizza food products
* Packaging and branding solutions
* Training and operational support
* Smallware and equipment requirements
* Kiosk and merchandising opportunities
* Food safety and quality assurance practices
Information Requested
1. Company Information
Please provide the following:
* Company Name
* Corporate Headquarters Address
* Primary Contact Name
* Title
* Phone Number
* Email Address

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* Years in Business
* Number of K-12 School District Clients
* Geographic Service Area
* Description of K-12 Foodservice Experience
2. Fresh Pizza Program Overview
Please provide a detailed overview of your Fresh Pizza Program, including:
* Program history and development
* Typical implementation process
* Unique program features
* Current K-12 customers utilizing the program
* Available menu offerings
* Program scalability for large school districts
3. Pizza Food Products
Please provide detailed information regarding your pizza products.
Dough
* Describe the dough formulation.
* Does the dough meet USDA school nutrition requirements?
* Is the dough whole grain rich?
* Is the dough delivered raw, par-baked, or fully prepared?
* Is the dough pre-pressed and docked?
* Is the dough supplied in pan-style format?
* Can the dough be used for calzones?
* Can the dough be used for sandwiches or other menu applications?
* What is the shelf life and storage requirement?
Cheese
* Do you provide mozzarella cheese?
* Is the cheese 100% skim mozzarella?
* Is the cheese Individually Quick Frozen (IQF)?
* Are other cheese blends available?
Sauce
Please provide detailed information regarding:
* Sauce ingredients
* Nutritional profile
* Packaging format
* Storage requirements
* Preparation requirements

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Toppings
Please provide:
* Available toppings
* Ingredient specifications
* Nutritional information
* Information regarding fillers or extenders
* Allergen information
4. Packaging and Branding
Please describe your packaging program, including:
* Personal pan pizza packaging specifications
* Branding opportunities
* Custom logo capabilities
* Clamshell or box packaging options
* Product identification features
* Time and flavor labeling capabilities
* Sustainability and recyclability of packaging materials
Please provide sample images or marketing materials when available.
5. Training and Operational Support
Please provide information regarding:
Training
* Initial staff training
* Ongoing support
* Training materials
* Online learning resources
* On-site implementation assistance
Production
* Product preparation procedures
* Baking procedures
* Holding procedures
* Food safety protocols
* Recommended staffing requirements

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Cooking Process
* Type of oven required
* Baking temperatures
* Average cook times
* Throughput capacity
6. Equipment and Smallware Requirements
Please identify all equipment required to operate your program.
Smallwares
Examples may include:
* Pizza cutters
* Pan grippers
* Spatulas
* Serving utensils
* Holding trays
Large Equipment
Examples may include:
* Conveyor ovens
* Pizza warmers
* Holding cabinets
* Merchandising displays
* Kiosks
For each item identified, please provide:
* Manufacturer
* Model Number
* Specifications
* Utility Requirements
* Recommended Quantity
7. Ovens and Production Capacity
Please provide detailed information regarding:
* Oven type
* Electric or gas operation
* Hood requirements
* Ventilation requirements