City of Camden NJDA Summer Food Service Program IFB #25-12
City of CamdenCity · Camden, NJ- Due
- May 8, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2025
- Primary contact
- Lateefah Chandler
- 856-757-7159
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SUMMARY
Sealed bids are invited for prepackaged breakfast and lunch meals for the 2025 Summer Food Service Program. The meals will serve approximately 1135 children Monday to Friday. Bids must be accompanied by a bid bond of 5-10% of the total bid amount.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid bond, sample lunch.
- Submit to
- City Council Chambers, Second Floor, City Hall, 520 Market Street, Camden, New Jersey, 08102
- Scope location
- Camden, New Jersey
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Camden?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 8, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Council Chambers, Second Floor, City Hall, 520 Market Street, Camden, New Jersey, 08102. For questions, contact Lateefah Chandler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Camden in NJ, 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 IFB 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 Lateefah Chandler at 856-757-7159. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Camden?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Camden are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Camden regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Bid bond, sample lunch.. Review the full document from City of Camden for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Camden, New Jersey. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.