City of Portsmouth - Mobile Vending From Municipal Spaces - Bid #22-26 (2026)
City of PortsmouthCity · Portsmouth, NH- Due
- Mar 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Elefteria Primpas
- (603) 610-7227
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Summary
The City of Portsmouth, NH is requesting sealed responses for Mobile Vending From Municipal Spaces.
The work involves vending goods and/or food from municipal parking spaces and municipal spaces in downtown Portsmouth, specifically including State Street - Vending Space #1024A. The contract term covers the period from April 15, 2026, to November 15, 2026, with a potential renewal for an additional one-year term. Submission deadline is March 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Requirements include general liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence naming the City as an additional insured, state and local health department permits, commissary agreement, and vehicle registration.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- General liability insurance certificate
- Vehicle registration
- State and local permits
- Health department inspection scores
- Commissary agreement
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofportsmouth
- Scope location
- Portsmouth, NH
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Portsmouth?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofportsmouth. For questions, contact Elefteria Primpas.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Portsmouth in NH, 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 Elefteria Primpas at (603) 610-7227. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Portsmouth?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Portsmouth are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Portsmouth 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: General liability insurance certificate, vehicle registration, state and local permits, health department inspection scores, commissary agreement. Review the full document from City of Portsmouth for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Portsmouth, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.