Effingham County Food Services for Prison, Jail, and Senior Citizens Center RFP 2026-RFP-127
Effingham CountyCounty · Effingham County, GA- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Danielle Carver
- (912) 754-2159
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SUMMARY
Effingham County is soliciting proposals for professional food services for the Effingham County Prison, Jail, and Senior Citizens Center under solicitation 26-RFP-127.
The scope of work includes providing comprehensive meal services for these facilities. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the County's eProcurement Portal by 2:00 pm Eastern Time on August 7, 2026. A notice of interest is due by July 20, 2026. The procurement process includes an evaluation review where proposal details remain confidential until the final contract award. Related documents include equipment listings, storage volume specifications, and sample menus for the Senior Center. The primary contact for this solicitation is Danielle Carver at (912) 754-2159.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- No-bid sheet
- Equipment_Listing
- Storage_Volume
- Senior_Center_Menus
- Submit to
- 804 S Laurel St, Springfield, GA, 31329
- Scope location
- Springfield, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Effingham County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 804 S Laurel St, Springfield, GA, 31329. For questions, contact Danielle Carver.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Effingham County in GA, 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 Danielle Carver at (912) 754-2159. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Effingham County?
All active and historical solicitations from Effingham County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Effingham 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: no-bid sheet, Equipment_Listing, Storage_Volume, Senior_Center_Menus. Review the full document from Effingham 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: Springfield, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.