NJ SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT COMPANY INVITATION FOR BID AND CONTRACT
City of Jersey CityCity · Jersey City, NJ- Due
- Jun 9, 2020
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 26, 2020
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- Raquel Tosado
- 201-547-4439
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
This document is an invitation for food service management companies to bid for the furnishing of unitized meals to be served to children participating in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). The sponsor is the City of Jersey City, Department of Health & Human Services. The contract term is from June 29, 2020, to August 21, 2020.
Prepackaged breakfast and lunch meals
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder
SUMMARY
This document is an invitation for food service management companies to bid for the furnishing of unitized meals to be served to children participating in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP).
The sponsor is the City of Jersey City, Department of Health & Human Services. The contract term is from June 29, 2020, to August 21, 2020.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Prepackaged breakfast and lunch meals
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Bid Bond or Certified Check
- Sample lunch
- Business Registration Certificate
- M/WBE Questionnaire
- Written Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda
- Certification Regarding Suspension/Debarment
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form
- Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity Language
- Americans with Disabilities Act
- Health and sanitation inspection report
- Copy of bidder's registration letter
- Submit to
- Division of Purchasing, 394 Central Avenue, 3rd Floor, Jersey City, NJ 07307
- Scope location
- Jersey City, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Jersey City?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 9, 2020. 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: Division of Purchasing, 394 Central Avenue, 3rd Floor, Jersey City, NJ 07307. For questions, contact Raquel Tosado.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Jersey City 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 Raquel Tosado at 201-547-4439. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Prepackaged breakfast and lunch meals. 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, responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Jersey City?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Jersey City are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Jersey City 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 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 or Certified Check, Sample lunch, Business Registration Certificate, M/WBE Questionnaire, Written Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda, Certification Regarding Suspension/Debarment, Statemen. Review the full document from City of Jersey City for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jersey City, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.