County of Berks Food Provisions Rebid ITB #26-15-JR 2026
Berks CountyCounty · Reading, PA- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Rhoads
- (610) 478-6168 ext 6278
The 30-second brief
The County of Berks is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of food provisions to the Jail System, Heritage Center, Youth Center, and potentially Berks Heim. Bids are due by September 15, 2026.
Food Provisions
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Summary
The County of Berks is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of food provisions to the Jail System, Heritage Center, Youth Center, and potentially Berks Heim. Bids are due by September 15, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Food Provisions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid Form
- Piggyback Agreement
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Reference Form
- Consent of Surety
- Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form BOP-2201
- Price Schedule
- Submit to
- County of Berks, c/o County Controller, Berks County Services Center, 633 Court Street, 12th Floor, Reading, PA 19601
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Reading, PA
- Reported agency
- County of Berks
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Berks County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 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: County of Berks, c/o County Controller, Berks County Services Center, 633 Court Street, 12th Floor, Reading, PA 19601. For questions, contact Jennifer Rhoads.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Berks County in PA, 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 ITB 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 Jennifer Rhoads at (610) 478-6168 ext 6278. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Food Provisions. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Berks County?
All active and historical solicitations from Berks County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Berks County 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 ITB?
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: Bid Form, Piggyback Agreement, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Reference Form, Consent of Surety, Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form BOP-2201, Price Schedule. Review the full document from Berks County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Reading, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.