College of Western Idaho Ford Idaho Center Food & Beverage Services RFP 06-2026
College Of Western IdahoHigher Ed · Nampa, ID- Due
- Jul 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Thayne Pearson
- (208) 562-2206
The 30-second brief
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is soliciting proposals under RFP 06-2026 for a contractor to provide comprehensive food, beverage, concessions, catering, and premium hospitality services at the Ford Idaho Center. The scope of work encompasses alcohol service support, vending operations, portable food carts, and event-specific hospitality services. Proposals must be submitted via email to Thayne Pearson at [email protected]. The submission deadline is July 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM MT. This procurement seeks to establish a long-term partnership for high-quality venue services.
Concessions, Catering, Premium hospitality, Alcohol service support, Vending, Portable carts, And event hospitality services
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Summary
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is soliciting proposals under RFP 06-2026 for a contractor to provide comprehensive food, beverage, concessions, catering, and premium hospitality services at the Ford Idaho Center.
The scope of work encompasses alcohol service support, vending operations, portable food carts, and event-specific hospitality services. Proposals must be submitted via email to Thayne Pearson at [email protected]. The submission deadline is July 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM MT. This procurement seeks to establish a long-term partnership for high-quality venue services.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Concessions
- Catering
- Premium hospitality
- Alcohol service support
- Vending
- Portable carts
- Event hospitality services
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Ford Idaho Center
- Reported agency
- College of Western Idaho
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from College Of Western Idaho?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 17, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Thayne Pearson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including College Of Western Idaho in ID, 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 Thayne Pearson at (208) 562-2206. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Concessions, Catering, Premium hospitality, Alcohol service support, Vending, Portable carts, And event hospitality services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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. Review the full document from College Of Western Idaho for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ford Idaho Center. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.