City of Augusta - Augusta Civic Center Non-Alcoholic Beverage Supply & Services - RFSB No. 226037 (2026)
City of AugustaCity · Augusta, ME- Due
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jess Carr
- (207) 626-2405
The 30-second brief
The City of Augusta is soliciting sealed bids (RFSB No. 226037) for non-alcoholic beverage supply and services at the Augusta Civic Center. The scope includes providing a full line of carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, flavored water, juices, sports drinks, and energy drinks for catering, concession, and bar outlets, along with commercial-grade cooling, refrigeration, and dispensing equipment installation and maintenance. The contract term is five years from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2031, with a one-year option through June 30, 2032. Submissions are due by June 4, 2026, at 1:30 P.M. at the Development Services Office, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME 04330. Evaluation criteria include product cost, brand recognition, compliance, equipment and service, delivery schedule, promotional contributions, and value-added services.
Full line of Non-Alcoholic Beverage Supply & Services including carbonated soft drinks, Bottled water, Flavored water, Juices, Sports drinks, And energy drinks; complete product catalog with case and unit pricing; commercial-grade dispensing, Cooling and refrigeration equipment installation and maintenance; delivery and inventory management services; sales reporting and analytics; staff training and support
Product Cost (25), Product Catalog Available & Recognized as a Major Brand (25), Compliance with RFSB requirements (25), Equipment Needs and Service (25), Delivery Schedule & Availability (25), Promotional, Advertising and Sponsorship Contribution (25), Additional Fees Required (25), Value Added Services (25)
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Summary
The City of Augusta is soliciting sealed bids (RFSB No. 226037) for non-alcoholic beverage supply and services at the Augusta Civic Center.
The scope includes providing a full line of carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, flavored water, juices, sports drinks, and energy drinks for catering, concession, and bar outlets, along with commercial-grade cooling, refrigeration, and dispensing equipment installation and maintenance. The contract term is five years from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2031, with a one-year option through June 30, 2032. Submissions are due by June 4, 2026, at 1:30 P.M. at the Development Services Office, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME 04330. Evaluation criteria include product cost, brand recognition, compliance, equipment and service, delivery schedule, promotional contributions, and value-added services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Full line of Non-Alcoholic Beverage Supply & Services including carbonated soft drinks, Bottled water, Flavored water, Juices, Sports drinks, And energy drinks
- Complete product catalog with case and unit pricing
- Commercial-grade dispensing, Cooling and refrigeration equipment installation and maintenance
- Delivery and inventory management services
- Sales reporting and analytics
- Staff training and support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Completed Bid Form (Attachment 2)
- Completed Specifications/Quote Form (Attachment 3)
- Completed Value-Added Services Form (Attachment 5)
- Completed RFSB Acceptance Form (Attachment 6)
- Product catalogs and pricing
- Client references
- Insurance certificate
- W-9
- Submit to
- City of Augusta, Development Services Office, 1st Floor, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME 04330
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Augusta, ME
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Augusta?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 4, 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: City of Augusta, Development Services Office, 1st Floor, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME 04330. For questions, contact Jess Carr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Augusta in ME, 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 Bid 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 Jess Carr at (207) 626-2405. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Full line of Non-Alcoholic Beverage Supply & Services including carbonated soft drinks, Bottled water, Flavored water, Juices, Sports drinks, And energy drinks; complete product catalog with case and unit pricing; commercial-grade dispensing, Cooling and refrigeration equipment installation and main. 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: "Product Cost (25), Product Catalog Available & Recognized as a Major Brand (25), Compliance with RFSB requirements (25), Equipment Needs and Service (25), Delivery Schedule & Availability (25), Promot..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Augusta?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Augusta are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Augusta 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Completed Bid Form (Attachment 2), Completed Specifications/Quote Form (Attachment 3), Completed Value-Added Services Form (Attachment 5), Completed RFSB Acceptance Form (Attachment 6), product catalo. Review the full document from City of Augusta for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Augusta, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.