County of Riverside Miscellaneous Food Items RFQ #PUARC-1772 - 2026
Riverside CountyCounty · Riverside, CA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
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Summary
The County of Riverside Purchasing department is soliciting quotations to establish contracts with primary and secondary vendors for miscellaneous food products on behalf of the Sheriff-Corrections, Riverside University Health Systems, and Probation department.
The resulting contracts enable county agencies to order directly from responsive bidders offering the best value for institutional kitchens serving correctional facilities, juvenile detention centers, and medical centers. Bidders must assist with ordering methods, procedures, and dairy product information at sessions at no additional cost. Submission deadline is 12/01/2026 at 1:30 PM Pacific Time, with questions due by 11/17/2026.
- Submit to
- https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/riversidecounty,ca/bid/bidView?bidId=217477
- Scope location
- Riverside County, California
- Reported agency
- County of Riverside
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Riverside County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/riversidecounty,ca/bid/bidView?bidId=217477.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Riverside County in CA, 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 RFQ 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.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Riverside County?
All active and historical solicitations from Riverside County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Riverside County 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 1, 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 RFQ?
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 Riverside 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: Riverside County, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.