RFP 2025-02 Custom Commercial Food Trailer

Goochland County, Virginia, located in Fluvanna County's region, is seeking proposals for RFP 2025-02 to procure a custom commercial food trailer through a competitive solicitation process. The trailer will serve as a mobile concession stand and potentially support the county's Emergency Management team during crises. Specific requirements include a 100% electric trailer with custom power supply hookups for 110 and 240 volt power, meeting all Commonwealth of Virginia food service regulations. Vendors must demonstrate at least 5 years of experience designing and building custom food trailers, proficiency with CAD software, and comprehensive knowledge of Virginia's food trailer requirements. Proposals are due on October 17, 2024, at 2:00 PM local time, with the county anticipating contract award in December 2024 and requiring trailer delivery by February 25, 2025. Evaluation criteria will include trailer specifications, proposed layout, project timeline, and cost estimate.

The county encourages participation from minority-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, small, women-owned, and local Goochland County-based businesses. While no specific set-aside percentages are mentioned, the solicitation demonstrates an intentional effort to promote diverse vendor participation. Pricing should be provided on a Freight on Board (FOB) destination basis, excluding taxes, with proposers required to itemize delivery and installation costs. The RFP includes detailed attachments covering mobile unit plan reviews, regulatory compliance, and contract terms. Although no specific incumbent vendor is definitively named, the documentation suggests the county has prior experience with food trailer procurement. The cost proposal form indicates an estimated quantity of one unit, with actual quantities and total compensation subject to potential adjustments. While a precise budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive requirements suggest a significant investment in a high-quality, multi-purpose mobile food service unit.