City of St. Joseph Food Service & Concession Items RFP2027-24 (2026)
City of St. JosephCity · St. Joseph, MO- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Summer Purdy
The 30-second brief
The City of St. Joseph, Missouri is seeking proposals from reliable vendors to supply food service and concession products across multiple municipal properties, including The REC Center, Bode Ice Arena, The Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center, and various park concessions. Required goods include pre-packaged snacks, beverages, bread and bakery, meats, condiments, dairy, soups, and non-food consumables like cups, trays, and utensils. Bidders must demonstrate the capability to handle seasonal volumes and individual facility delivery logistics. Proposals are due by December 8, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. (CT), with vendor questions due by December 1, 2026. Evaluation criteria include pricing and value, product quality and variety, operational reliability, and references and experience.
Pricing & Value [40 points], Product Quality & Variety [25 points], Operational Reliability [25 points], References & Experience [10 points]
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Summary
The City of St.
Joseph, Missouri is seeking proposals from reliable vendors to supply food service and concession products across multiple municipal properties, including The REC Center, Bode Ice Arena, The Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center, and various park concessions. Required goods include pre-packaged snacks, beverages, bread and bakery, meats, condiments, dairy, soups, and non-food consumables like cups, trays, and utensils. Bidders must demonstrate the capability to handle seasonal volumes and individual facility delivery logistics. Proposals are due by December 8, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. (CT), with vendor questions due by December 1, 2026. Evaluation criteria include pricing and value, product quality and variety, operational reliability, and references and experience.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Pricing & Value [40 points]
- Product Quality & Variety [25 points]
- Operational Reliability [25 points]
- References & Experience [10 points]
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal Response Submission
- Pricing list
- W-9 form
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- Anti-Collusion Statement
- Debarment or Suspension Certification
- Submit to
- https://stjosephmo.ionwave.net/
- Scope location
- St. Joseph, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of St. Joseph?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://stjosephmo.ionwave.net/. For questions, contact Summer Purdy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of St. Joseph in MO, 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 Summer Purdy. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Pricing & Value [40 points], Product Quality & Variety [25 points], Operational Reliability [25 points], References & Experience [10 points]" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of St. Joseph?
All active and historical solicitations from City of St. Joseph are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of St. Joseph regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 8, 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: Proposal Response Submission, Pricing list, W-9 form, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Anti-Collusion Statement, Debarment or Suspension Certification. Review the full document from City of St. Joseph for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Joseph, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
