Hillsborough Community College Dining and Food Services ITN # 2930-26
Hillsborough Community CollegeHigher Ed · Tampa, FL- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Vonda F. Melchior
- (813) 253-7060
The 30-second brief
Hillsborough Community College issued Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) # 2930-26 for college-wide dining and food services. The scope of work involves providing comprehensive dining and food services across all college locations. Although the document summary indicates a 'Cancelled intent to negotiate', it serves as the primary solicitation record for this requirement. Submissions were originally due by February 27, 2026, at 10:00:00 AM. The primary contact for this procurement is Vonda F. Melchior at (813) 253-7060.
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Summary
Hillsborough Community College issued Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) # 2930-26 for college-wide dining and food services.
The scope of work involves providing comprehensive dining and food services across all college locations. Although the document summary indicates a 'Cancelled intent to negotiate', it serves as the primary solicitation record for this requirement. Submissions were originally due by February 27, 2026, at 10:00:00 AM. The primary contact for this procurement is Vonda F. Melchior at (813) 253-7060.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Dining and food services college-wide.
- Submit to
- Hillsborough College Purchasing Department, 4115 North Lois Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33614. Email: [email protected]
- Scope location
- Tampa, FL
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from Hillsborough Community College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Hillsborough College Purchasing Department, 4115 North Lois Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33614. Email: [email protected]. For questions, contact Vonda F. Melchior.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including Hillsborough Community College in FL, 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 RFEI 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 Vonda F. Melchior at (813) 253-7060. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Dining and food services college-wide.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Hillsborough Community College?
All active and historical solicitations from Hillsborough Community College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Hillsborough Community College 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 RFEI?
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 Hillsborough Community College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tampa, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.