RFP #03-26 Manual Food Service - Food Court Bay #3

Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted

Solicitation number
03-26
State
Florida
Responses due

Opportunity facts

UNSPSC codes
Show all 36
Point of contact

Opportunity details come from bidnetdirect.com. Updated .

About this opportunity

Santa Fe College is seeking a food service provider through Request for Proposal (RFP) #03-26 to operate Manual Food Service for Food Court Bay #3 located on the Northwest campus in Gainesville, Florida. The procurement targets a qualified vendor to manage one food court bay, with a contract term spanning from November 1, 2025, through October 31, 2030, including potential five-year renewal options. Proposers must attend an optional pre-proposal conference on August 18, 2025, and submit comprehensive proposals by September 12, 2025. The evaluation criteria will prioritize menu and food options (50 points), approach to service and experience (25 points), sustainable practices (15 points), and compensation to the College (10 points), with potential bonus points for exceptional offerings. Required deliverables include providing both breakfast and lunch options, complementing existing vendors (Subway and La Fortuna), complying with beverage pouring rights, and offering special pricing for student-athletes and participants in grant-funded programs. The selected vendor must also complete necessary bay renovations prior to the start of classes on January 7, 2026.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the RFP outlines clear financial expectations for potential vendors. The initial contract includes a monthly rent of $1,200 ($14,400 annually), with potential Consumer Price Index (CPI)-based increases upon renewal. Current food court vendors are paying commission rates between 4-6%, suggesting similar expectations for the new vendor. The College anticipates that the selected contractor will invest in bay renovations and provide a comprehensive food service solution that enhances the campus dining experience. No specific budget range or incumbent vendor details are provided beyond the existing Subway and La Fortuna operations. The procurement appears open to various food service providers capable of meeting the specified evaluation criteria and operational requirements, with a focus on quality, service, and financial contribution to the College.

Opportunity text

Santa Fe College invites you to submit a proposal for Manual Food Services for Food Court Bay #3 according to the terms and conditions described herein. Thank you for your interest in Santa Fe College.

Files

File Type Posted
RFP 03-26 - Manual Food Service Bay #3.pdf PDF

On GovTribe

Work this opportunity

  • Track it in your pipeline
  • Similar opportunities
  • Ask GovTribe AI about this opportunity

GovTribe for State & Local Contractors