Harnett County Food Services Bid 2026
Harnett CountyCounty · Lillington, NC- Due
- May 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Renea Warren-Ford
The 30-second brief
Harnett County is soliciting sealed bids for food services for its Elderly Nutrition Program for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028. Bids are due by May 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. and must be mailed or delivered to the Harnett County Library and Resource Center.
Food services for the Harnett County Elderly Nutrition Program, Bid Submittal Form, Management Information Questionnaire, Sample billing form, Sample meal delivery ticket
Bidder's qualifications (capability to provide service; financial and technical resources), Bidder's history of providing the service and past contract performance, Completeness and accuracy of bid, Quality of product, Service unit cost
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Summary
Harnett County is soliciting sealed bids for food services for its Elderly Nutrition Program for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028. Bids are due by May 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. and must be mailed or delivered to the Harnett County Library and Resource Center.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Bidder's qualifications (capability to provide service; financial and technical resources)
- Bidder's history of providing the service and past contract performance
- Completeness and accuracy of bid
- Quality of product
- Service unit cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Food services for the Harnett County Elderly Nutrition Program
- Bid Submittal Form
- Management Information Questionnaire
- Sample billing form
- Sample meal delivery ticket
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Food Contract Specifications and Conditions, Schedule A-Scope of Services, Schedule B-Special Conditions, Schedule C-Holiday Schedule, Schedule D-Elderly Nutrition Program Meal Pattern Standards, Schedule E-Food Procurement and Preparation Standards, Schedule F-Elderly Nutrition Program's Standards, Schedule G - Elderly Nutrition Program's Official Menu for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, Management Information Questionnaire, Bid Submittal Form
- Submit to
- 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington, North Carolina 27546
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Harnett County
- Reported agency
- Harnett County Department of Public Health
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Harnett County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 25, 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: 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington, North Carolina 27546. For questions, contact Renea Warren-Ford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Harnett County in NC, 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 Bid 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 Renea Warren-Ford. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Food services for the Harnett County Elderly Nutrition Program, Bid Submittal Form, Management Information Questionnaire, Sample billing form, Sample meal delivery ticket. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Bidder's qualifications (capability to provide service; financial and technical resources), Bidder's history of providing the service and past contract performance, Completeness and accuracy of bid, Q..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Harnett County?
All active and historical solicitations from Harnett County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Harnett 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Food Contract Specifications and Conditions, Schedule A-Scope of Services, Schedule B-Special Conditions, Schedule C-Holiday Schedule, Schedule D-Elderly Nutrition Program Meal Pattern Standards, Sche. Review the full document from Harnett 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: Harnett County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.