City of Kentwood Pre-Qualified Caterers for Facility Rentals - Community Center 2025
City of KentwoodCity · Kentwood, MI- Due
- Jun 5, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Carla A. Kane
- (616) 554-0829
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SUMMARY
The City of Kentwood is seeking to pre-qualify 8-10 catering companies to provide comprehensive services for the new Community Center opening in 2026. Submissions are due by June 5, 2025, at the Grand Rapids submission location.
- Submit to
- 4900 Breton Ave SE PO Box 8848, Grand Rapids, MI, 49508
- Scope location
- Kent, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Kentwood?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 5, 2025. Submissions should be delivered to: 4900 Breton Ave SE PO Box 8848, Grand Rapids, MI, 49508. For questions, contact Carla A. Kane.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Kentwood in MI, 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 Carla A. Kane at (616) 554-0829. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kentwood?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kentwood are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kentwood 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 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. Review the full document from City of Kentwood for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kent, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.