23-59_Apr_28_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) #23-59 issued by the City of Norwich, Connecticut, seeking a School Food Service Management Company to oversee its district-wide food service program. The solicitation is open to all vendors and was released on April 14, 2023, with proposals due by May 22, 2023 at 10:00 AM EDT. The vendor question and answer period runs from April 14, 2023, to May 3, 2023, providing potential bidders an opportunity to seek clarification. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be defined by the selected vendor.

The RFP does not specify an estimated total contract value or provide detailed service specifications, suggesting the city is seeking a comprehensive and flexible approach to school food service management. The primary point of contact is Robert Castronova, located at 100 Broadway Room 105, Norwich, CT 06360, who can be reached at 860-823-3770 or rcastronova@cityofnorwich.org. No information is provided about incumbent vendors, current infrastructure, or specific evaluation criteria, indicating the city is open to innovative proposals from qualified food service management companies capable of effectively running the school district's food service operations.