Frederick County Congregate and Home Delivered Meals RFP 2026 - Project 26-484
Frederick CountyCounty · Frederick County, MD- Due
- Apr 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Garrison Frey
- (301) 471-4698
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SUMMARY
The Frederick County Division of Aging and Independence (FCDAI) is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to provide congregate and home-delivered meal components.
The scope includes meal service at one or more 50+ Community Centers located in Brunswick, Emmitsburg, Frederick, and Urbana, requiring approximately 75-100 congregate meals per week served at least one day per week (Monday-Friday). Additionally, the vendor must provide components for approximately 500 home-delivered meals per week to the Frederick Senior Center. Submissions are due by April 6, 2026, at 12 East Church Street, Frederick, MD. A Notice of Interest is requested by March 23, 2026. Contact Garrison Frey at (301) 471-4698 for inquiries.
- Submit to
- 12 East Church Street, Frederick, MD, 21701
- Scope location
- Frederick, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Frederick County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 6, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 12 East Church Street, Frederick, MD, 21701. For questions, contact Garrison Frey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Frederick County in MD, 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 Garrison Frey at (301) 471-4698. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Frederick County?
All active and historical solicitations from Frederick County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Frederick 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 Frederick 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: Frederick, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.