QQ-Reusable Food Container App-242-26-00008

Christopher Newport University is seeking a vendor to develop a mobile and web-based application for managing reusable food container logistics across campus dining operations. The procurement opportunity, identified as QQ-Reusable Food Container App-242-26-00008, is located in Virginia and specifically spans Newport News City and Norfolk City jurisdictions. The primary objective is to create a comprehensive digital solution that enables efficient checkout, return, and tracking of food containers used by students, faculty, and staff. The application must support sustainability initiatives by improving container accountability and reducing loss. Key deliverables will likely include a user-friendly mobile interface, robust tracking mechanisms, and integration capabilities with existing campus dining systems. The contract opportunity was posted on July 9, 2025, with proposals due by July 21, 2025, providing potential vendors approximately 12 days to prepare and submit their responses.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the procurement notice, vendors should anticipate potential requirements for technological integration with existing campus infrastructure. The application development will require advanced software engineering capabilities, likely necessitating experience in mobile and web application development, database management, and sustainability-focused technological solutions. Potential respondents should demonstrate expertise in creating scalable, user-friendly digital platforms that can effectively track and manage reusable container inventories. Although no specific budget range is provided, the complexity of the project suggests a mid-tier technology development contract. Vendors will need to showcase their technical capabilities, understanding of campus dining operational needs, and commitment to supporting Christopher Newport University's sustainability objectives through innovative technological solutions.