City of Cookeville Father Daughter Date Night 2026 Bid
City of CookevilleCity · Cookeville, TN- Due
- Nov 10, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 24, 2025
- Primary contact
- Chad McDonald
- (931) 520-4386
The 30-second brief
The City of Cookeville is seeking bids for a full-catered meal and service for the Father Daughter Date Night 2026 event, which will take place on multiple dates in February 2026 at the Leslie Towne Center. The event is expected to host 350 people each evening.
Full-catered meal and service for the Father Daughter Date Night 2026, Including buffet style meal with four separate buffet lines, Preset salad and dessert, Buffet and drink table linens, Dishes, Flatware, And a chocolate fountain with dipping items.
Caterer must have at least five years' experience in large event catering and provide three to five examples of catering meals for similar size events. Catering staff must wear professional attire.
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Summary
The City of Cookeville is seeking bids for a full-catered meal and service for the Father Daughter Date Night 2026 event, which will take place on multiple dates in February 2026 at the Leslie Towne Center. The event is expected to host 350 people each evening.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Caterer must have at least five years' experience in large event catering and provide three to five examples of catering meals for similar size events. Catering staff must wear professional attire.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Full-catered meal and service for the Father Daughter Date Night 2026, Including buffet style meal with four separate buffet lines, Preset salad and dessert, Buffet and drink table linens, Dishes, Flatware, And a chocolate fountain with dipping items.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Sealed bids must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked "Father Daughter 2026 Food Bid".
- Submit to
- 10 East Broad Street, Cookeville, TN. 38501
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Cookeville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2025. 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: 10 East Broad Street, Cookeville, TN. 38501. For questions, contact Chad McDonald.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Cookeville in TN, 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 Chad McDonald at (931) 520-4386. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Full-catered meal and service for the Father Daughter Date Night 2026, Including buffet style meal with four separate buffet lines, Preset salad and dessert, Buffet and drink table linens, Dishes, Flatware, And a chocolate fountain with dipping items.. 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: "Caterer must have at least five years' experience in large event catering and provide three to five examples of catering meals for similar size events. Catering staff must wear professional attire." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cookeville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cookeville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cookeville 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 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: Sealed bids must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked "Father Daughter 2026 Food Bid".. Review the full document from City of Cookeville for the complete list.