Kentucky Community and Technical College System - Café Services - RFP-0352 2026 - Maysville Community & Technical College
Kentucky Community And Technical College SystemHigher Ed · Versailles, KY- Due
- Jul 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Bekka Korosec
- (606) 783-1538
The 30-second brief
Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) issues Request for Proposal RFP-0352 for café services, food preparation, and beverage options at Maysville Community & Technical College, Rowan Campus in Morehead, Kentucky. The scope includes operation and management of food services within approximately 2,500 square feet of dining, point of sale, and food preparation area in the Postsecondary Center of Excellence building. Requirements include fresh food, hot and cold beverages, snack variety, adherence to FDA and Board of Health standards, clean uniforms, background checks per KRS 164.281, and customer-focused operations. Proposals are due by July 2, 2026 at 4:00 pm ET, with a mandatory site visit by June 12, 2026, and written questions due by June 16, 2026. Note: Solicitation cancelled.
Café services, Food preparation, And beverage options; operation and management of food services; sample menu including portion sizes and prices; list of products offered and suggested pricing; list of all healthy food options proposed.
Overview and Experience (100 points), Proposed Solution and Services (100 points), Implementation Plan (100 points), Staffing (75 points), Additional Information: Location of offices in US; lawsuits and litigations; evidence of errors and omissions insurance; conflicts of interest (25 points), Cost Evaluation - Fees (10 points), Oral Presentations (100 points)
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Summary
Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) issues Request for Proposal RFP-0352 for café services, food preparation, and beverage options at Maysville Community & Technical College, Rowan Campus in Morehead, Kentucky.
The scope includes operation and management of food services within approximately 2,500 square feet of dining, point of sale, and food preparation area in the Postsecondary Center of Excellence building. Requirements include fresh food, hot and cold beverages, snack variety, adherence to FDA and Board of Health standards, clean uniforms, background checks per KRS 164.281, and customer-focused operations. Proposals are due by July 2, 2026 at 4:00 pm ET, with a mandatory site visit by June 12, 2026, and written questions due by June 16, 2026. Note: Solicitation cancelled.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Overview and Experience (100 points), Proposed Solution and Services (100 points), Implementation Plan (100 points), Staffing (75 points), Additional Information: Location of offices in US; lawsuits and litigations; evidence of errors and omissions insurance; conflicts of interest (25 points), Cost Evaluation - Fees (10 points), Oral Presentations (100 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Café services, Food preparation, And beverage options
- Operation and management of food services
- Sample menu including portion sizes and prices
- List of products offered and suggested pricing
- List of all healthy food options proposed
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Signature Page (Page 1), Financial Cost Worksheet, business classification, references, proposed products and pricing, proof of Errors and Omissions insurance of at least $1 million
- Submit to
- https://bidlocker.us/a/kctcs/BidLocker
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Morehead, KY
- Projected sq ft
- 2,500 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Kentucky Community and Technical College System
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kentucky Community And Technical College System?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 2, 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: https://bidlocker.us/a/kctcs/BidLocker. For questions, contact Bekka Korosec.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kentucky Community And Technical College System in KY, 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 Bekka Korosec at (606) 783-1538. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Café services, Food preparation, And beverage options; operation and management of food services; sample menu including portion sizes and prices; list of products offered and suggested pricing; list of all healthy food options proposed.. 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: "Overview and Experience (100 points), Proposed Solution and Services (100 points), Implementation Plan (100 points), Staffing (75 points), Additional Information: Location of offices in US; lawsuits a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kentucky Community And Technical College System?
All active and historical solicitations from Kentucky Community And Technical College System are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Kentucky Community And Technical College System 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.
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: Signature Page (Page 1), Financial Cost Worksheet, business classification, references, proposed products and pricing, proof of Errors and Omissions insurance of at least $1 million. Review the full document from Kentucky Community And Technical College System for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Morehead, KY. The total projected area is 2500 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.