Kent County - Commissary Services - Kent County Detention Center - RFP #KCDC-27-01 (2026)
Kent CountyCounty · Kent County, MD- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Joanne McNamara
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Kent County, Maryland is soliciting proposals for computerized commissary services at the Kent County Detention Center under RFP #KCDC-27-01. The facility has a rated capacity of 81 with an average daily population of approximately 41 incarcerated individuals. The scope involves furnishing all materials, labor, administration, management, and equipment necessary to operate an efficient commissary, including networked PC-based trust fund banking systems, electronic ordering kiosks, inmate vending machines, order packaging with tamper-proof seals, and delivery within 72 hours. Proposals must be submitted via email by October 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the detention center in Chestertown, MD, with questions due by October 8, 2026. The contract term is one year starting December 1, 2026, with an option for four additional one-year extensions.
Computerized commissary services, Networked PC based banking system, Electronic ordering kiosks, Inmate Vending program
Contractor History: 25%, Performance & Functionality of System: 25%, Service Proposed: 25%, Commission to County: 25%
SUMMARY
Kent County, Maryland is soliciting proposals for computerized commissary services at the Kent County Detention Center under RFP #KCDC-27-01.
The facility has a rated capacity of 81 with an average daily population of approximately 41 incarcerated individuals. The scope involves furnishing all materials, labor, administration, management, and equipment necessary to operate an efficient commissary, including networked PC-based trust fund banking systems, electronic ordering kiosks, inmate vending machines, order packaging with tamper-proof seals, and delivery within 72 hours. Proposals must be submitted via email by October 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the detention center in Chestertown, MD, with questions due by October 8, 2026. The contract term is one year starting December 1, 2026, with an option for four additional one-year extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Contractor History: 25%
- Performance & Functionality of System: 25%
- Service Proposed: 25%
- Commission to County: 25%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Computerized commissary services
- Networked PC based banking system
- Electronic ordering kiosks
- Inmate Vending program
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Signed Acknowledgment of RFP Terms and Conditions, Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Chestertown, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kent County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Joanne McNamara.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kent 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 Joanne McNamara. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Computerized commissary services, Networked PC based banking system, Electronic ordering kiosks, Inmate Vending program. 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: "Contractor History: 25%, Performance & Functionality of System: 25%, Service Proposed: 25%, Commission to County: 25%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kent County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kent County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kent 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 22, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Signed Acknowledgment of RFP Terms and Conditions, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Kent 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: Chestertown, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.