City of Chesapeake - Civilian Meals Ready to Eat MRE For Emergency Events - RFQ 27-047-4342 (2026)
City of ChesapeakeCity · Chesapeake, VA- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Doug Crowson
- (757) 685-5667
The 30-second brief
The City of Chesapeake Office of Emergency Management is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of civilian-grade Meals Ready to Eat (MREs) with flameless heaters for emergency events and disaster response. The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement for a term of three years, supplying assorted breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals as well as specific chicken, beef, pork, and vegetarian entrees packed in cases of 12. Deliveries must be made in bulk within 24 hours of order placement to any City facility or designated Point of Distribution (POD). Responses are due by October 23, 2026, at 2:00 pm, via the OpenGov e-procurement portal. Questions are due by October 19, 2026.
Breakfast - Assorted Meals with Flameless Heaters, Lunch - Assorted Meals with Flameless Heaters, Dinner - Assorted Meals with Flameless Heaters, Chicken Entree with Flameless Heaters, Beef Entree with Flameless Heaters, Pork Entree with Flameless Heaters, Vegetarian Entree with Flameless Heaters
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, based on Grand Total Bid of Section, Pricing Schedule, and meeting solicitation requirements
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Summary
The City of Chesapeake Office of Emergency Management is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of civilian-grade Meals Ready to Eat (MREs) with flameless heaters for emergency events and disaster response.
The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement for a term of three years, supplying assorted breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals as well as specific chicken, beef, pork, and vegetarian entrees packed in cases of 12. Deliveries must be made in bulk within 24 hours of order placement to any City facility or designated Point of Distribution (POD). Responses are due by October 23, 2026, at 2:00 pm, via the OpenGov e-procurement portal. Questions are due by October 19, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
- Based on Grand Total Bid of Section
- Pricing Schedule
- Meeting solicitation requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Breakfast - Assorted Meals with Flameless Heaters
- Lunch - Assorted Meals with Flameless Heaters
- Dinner - Assorted Meals with Flameless Heaters
- Chicken Entree with Flameless Heaters
- Beef Entree with Flameless Heaters
- Pork Entree with Flameless Heaters
- Vegetarian Entree with Flameless Heaters
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Required Signature Page
- Reference_Form_April_2026.pdf
- CERTIFICATION_OF_COMPLIANCE
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofchesapeakeva
- Scope location
- Chesapeake, VA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Chesapeake?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofchesapeakeva. For questions, contact Doug Crowson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Chesapeake in VA, 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 RFQ 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 Doug Crowson at (757) 685-5667. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Breakfast - Assorted Meals with Flameless Heaters, Lunch - Assorted Meals with Flameless Heaters, Dinner - Assorted Meals with Flameless Heaters, Chicken Entree with Flameless Heaters, Beef Entree with Flameless Heaters, Pork Entree with Flameless Heaters, Vegetarian Entree with Flameless Heaters. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, based on Grand Total Bid of Section, Pricing Schedule, and meeting solicitation requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Chesapeake?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Chesapeake are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Chesapeake 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Required Signature Page, Reference_Form_April_2026.pdf, CERTIFICATION_OF_COMPLIANCE. Review the full document from City of Chesapeake for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chesapeake, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.