City of Port St. Lucie - Emergency Catering Services - RFP #20260277 (2026)
City of Port St. LucieCity · Port St. Lucie, FL- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- A'Lexis Curry-Hibbert
- (772) 871-7614
The 30-second brief
The City of Port St. Lucie is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide Emergency Catering Services for City employees during and after emergency situations such as hurricanes or tornado outbreaks. The selected contractor will supply all labor, equipment, supplies, food, and management to deliver breakfast, lunch, dinner, and night-shift meals for approximately 100 to 1,000 personnel per meal. Services include hot, cold, shelf-stable, and ready-to-eat meals, dietary accommodations, mobilization, and 24/7 coffee service across multiple city facilities including City Hall, the Emergency Operations Center, and Police Department. The initial contract term is for three calendar years with two 1-year renewal options. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026, at 3:30 pm.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, And night-shift meals (hot buffet, Cold, Shelf-stable, And ready-to-eat/boxed); Mobilization; Demobilization
Cover Letter / Management Summary (5%), Vendor Qualifications & Experience (25%), Staffing Plan (20%), Project Understanding & Plan of Approach (20%), Equipment & Capacity (10%), Proposed Cost (20%)
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Summary
The City of Port St.
Lucie is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide Emergency Catering Services for City employees during and after emergency situations such as hurricanes or tornado outbreaks. The selected contractor will supply all labor, equipment, supplies, food, and management to deliver breakfast, lunch, dinner, and night-shift meals for approximately 100 to 1,000 personnel per meal. Services include hot, cold, shelf-stable, and ready-to-eat meals, dietary accommodations, mobilization, and 24/7 coffee service across multiple city facilities including City Hall, the Emergency Operations Center, and Police Department. The initial contract term is for three calendar years with two 1-year renewal options. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026, at 3:30 pm.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, And night-shift meals (hot buffet, Cold, Shelf-stable, And ready-to-eat/boxed)
- Mobilization
- Demobilization
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Contractor's General Information Worksheet, E-Verify Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Debarment Form, Copy of W-9, Copy of Certificate of Insurance, Copy of licenses(s) or certification(s) including Florida DBPR Public Food Service License
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofpsl
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Port St. Lucie, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Port St. Lucie?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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/cityofpsl. For questions, contact A'Lexis Curry-Hibbert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Port St. Lucie in FL, 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 RFP 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 A'Lexis Curry-Hibbert at (772) 871-7614. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, And night-shift meals (hot buffet, Cold, Shelf-stable, And ready-to-eat/boxed); Mobilization; Demobilization. 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: "Cover Letter / Management Summary (5%), Vendor Qualifications & Experience (25%), Staffing Plan (20%), Project Understanding & Plan of Approach (20%), Equipment & Capacity (10%), Proposed Cost (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Port St. Lucie?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Port St. Lucie are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Port St. Lucie 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Contractor's General Information Worksheet, E-Verify Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Debarment Form, Copy of W-9, Copy of Certificate of Insurance, Copy of licenses(s) or certification(s) including Flo. Review the full document from City of Port St. Lucie for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Port St. Lucie, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.