County of Santa Cruz Corrections Food Services RFP - 25P2-001
Santa Cruz CountyCounty · Santa Cruz, CA- Due
- Jan 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 15, 2025
- Primary contact
- Maralise Howze
- (831) 454-2723
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Summary
The County of Santa Cruz is seeking sealed proposals from qualified contractors to provide corrections food services under project ID 25P2-001.
The scope of work involves furnishing all labor, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary for food service operations within county correctional facilities. Prospective vendors must be fully licensed, insured, bonded, and certified to perform these services. A notice of interest is due by January 10, 2026, followed by a final submission deadline on January 24, 2026. Submissions are directed to 701 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA. Questions can be addressed to Maralise Howze at 831-454-2723.
- Submit to
- 701 Ocean St Ste 701 Ste 330, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
- Scope location
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Santa Cruz
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Santa Cruz County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 24, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 701 Ocean St Ste 701 Ste 330, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. For questions, contact Maralise Howze.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Santa Cruz 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 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 Maralise Howze at (831) 454-2723. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Cruz County?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Cruz County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Santa Cruz County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 Santa Cruz 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: Santa Cruz, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.