ESBD_375129_1727970805411_Addendum #3.pdf
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This document is an Addendum #3 issued by the Office of Procurement Services at Texas Tech University (TTU) for their RFP 2025-1125 for a Fresh Sushi Bar. The addendum provides clarification on various aspects of the contract opportunity, including the availability of dry goods storage, refrigeration, and electrical circuits for the sushi vendor. It also addresses questions related to product receiving, permits, delivery schedules, the current sushi vendor, equipment sharing, and the desired operating model going forward. The contract opportunity is for TTU to select a vendor to operate a sushi bar on the TTU campus, selling sushi and sushi-related products. The current contract expires on 1/1/26, and TTU is seeking to enter into a new contract.
The addendum provides additional details on the current operating environment, including the number of delivery locations, the availability of walk-in freezers/refrigerators, the use of communal dumpsters, and the opportunities for branding and vendor access. It also addresses questions related to the labor market in Lubbock, Texas, the typical inventory levels for a medium-sized operation, and the ranking of sales locations by foot traffic. The addendum suggests that TTU is open to considering hot sushi options in the future, and that the current early preparation and delivery model is preferred.
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Office of Procurement Services
Box 41094 | Lubbock, Texas 79409-1094 | T 806.742.3844
An EEO/ Affirmative Action Institution
ADDENDUM #3
DATE: 10/3/24
TO: All Proposers
FROM: Crystal Lopez, Strategic Sourcing Admin, Office of Procurement Services
SUBJECT: Texas Tech University RFP 2025-1125 Fresh Sushi Bar
NOTICE TO ALL PROPOSERS:
The following shall be incorporated into and become a part of the original Contract Documents and Specifications of the above-identified project. You must acknowledge receipt of this Addendum by noting it on your proposal form.
Item #1: Dry Goods storage available (Sushi Vendor only) 3 Door Freezer and 1 Small Fridge for veggies available. 5 circuits in the allocated prep area.
Question #1: Who receives product and inventory?
Answer: The vendor will be responsible for receiving all their products, keeping inventory on their own time or schedule
Question #2: Is there a receiving dock?
Answer: Yes. Dock is available on the back side of the kitchen. The layout of the dock may prevent larger trucks from being able to gain access. A small box truck would fit.
Question #3 Does the vendor or TTU hold the all permits?
Answer: Vendor will hold al permits. TTU Health Inspectors will request all pertinent information from the vendor.
Question #4 What time does prep currently start for sushi vendor?
Answer: Around 4 am, with all deliveries typically being completed by 9 am.
Question #5 Who is the current sushi vendor on campus?
Answer: Sushi with Gusto, for at least 10 years
Question #6 Is the one working cooler in the prep area the only available for the sushi vendor?
Answer: Yes
Question #7 How many locations are currently being delivered to?
Answer: 7
Question #8 Is the vendor responsible for their deliveries?
Answer: Yes. It is currently done via a pickup truck with a vendor permit issued by TTU for campus access.
Question #9 Are there opportunities to expand offerings?
Answer: As long as balance can still be maintained between all vendor products in the cooler.
Question #10 Is equipment allowed to be shared (i.e., using the deep fryer for shrimp)?
Answer: Currently, it is not done due to cross-contamination concerns, but it may be possible.
Question #11 Are dishes all washed in the prep area?
Answer: Sushi vendor is self-contained in prep area.
Question #12 Is the current model (early prep and early delivery) the desired model going forward?
Answer: Yes, that model works best for the entire operation.
Question #13 Is the fryer available for chicken?
Answer: There is a possibility of using for chicken.
Question #14 Are hot options being considered, or only cold sushi options?
Answer: May be an option later in the contract.
Question #15 How often is inventory being delivered?
Answer: every 2 weeks
Question #16 Are walk-in freezers/refrigerators available?
Answer: No, only reach-in options
Question #17 Are current dumpsters available for use?
Answer: Yes, the current dumpsters are for communal use.
Question #18 Are there opportunities for branding coolers?
Answer: No, but decals may be an option
Question #19 Are vendors provided badges or keys for access?
Answer: Yes, TTU issues vendor passes.
Question #20 Do the operations continue during summer and winter?
Answer: Currently, the operation closes due to a substantial decrease in business.
Question #21 Is the operation 7 days a week during the semester?
Answer: Yes
Question #22 Do Sales typically reduce during the weekend?
Answer: Yes
Question #23 Is sushi the only offering currently be sought?
Answer: Yes, currently, sushi is the desired product.
Question #24 How is the current labor market in Lubbock, Texas?
Answer: Good to fair
Question #25 Is 80 units per cooler typical for a medium sized operation?
Answer: Yes, some locations have more and some have less.
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Question #26 Is there a way to identify the “ranking” of locations by sales/foot traffic?
Answer: The current top three locations are The Market, Sam’s West, and The Commons
Question #27 When do we expect to enter into a new contract?
Answer: Current contract expires 1/1/26
END OF ADDENDUM #3
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