Calhoun Community College Cafe Services RFP 2026
John C Calhoun State Community CollegeHigher Ed · Tanner, AL- Due
- May 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Vanessa Looney Adams
The 30-second brief
Calhoun Community College is seeking proposals from qualified food service providers to operate and manage its cafe on the Huntsville campus. The contract will be for one year with options for renewal.
Café services operation and management
Merits of the proposal, Corporate/Regional Support, Similar Service and Management Contracts, Catering Services and Cost, Staffing, Management Fee, Sales Commission, Capital Investment, Financial Support to the College, Willingness to participate in college events
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Summary
Calhoun Community College is seeking proposals from qualified food service providers to operate and manage its cafe on the Huntsville campus. The contract will be for one year with options for renewal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Merits of the proposal
- Corporate/Regional Support
- Similar Service and Management Contracts
- Catering Services and Cost
- Staffing
- Management Fee
- Sales Commission
- Capital Investment
- Financial Support to the College
- Willingness to participate in college events
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Café services operation and management
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- RFP Response Form
- Proposed hours of operation
- Vendor Disclosure Statement
- Affidavit of Alabama Immigration Law Compliance
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility
- Voluntary Exclusion Lower Tier Covered Transactions
- Submit to
- Tanner, Alabama or Decatur, Alabama
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Huntsville, Alabama
- Reported agency
- Calhoun Community College
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from John C Calhoun State Community College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Tanner, Alabama or Decatur, Alabama. For questions, contact Vanessa Looney Adams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including John C Calhoun State Community College in AL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Vanessa Looney Adams. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Café services operation and management. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Merits of the proposal, Corporate/Regional Support, Similar Service and Management Contracts, Catering Services and Cost, Staffing, Management Fee, Sales Commission, Capital Investment, Financial Supp..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from John C Calhoun State Community College?
All active and historical solicitations from John C Calhoun State Community College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, John C Calhoun State Community College regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: RFP Response Form, Proposed hours of operation, Vendor Disclosure Statement, Affidavit of Alabama Immigration Law Compliance, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntar. Review the full document from John C Calhoun State Community College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Huntsville, Alabama. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.