Knox County - Food and Catering Providers - ITB 3774 (2026)
Knox CountyCounty · Knox County, IN- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Taylor Childress
- (865) 215-5777
The 30-second brief
Knox County, Tennessee invites sealed bids for food and catering providers under Invitation for Bid (IFB) 3774. The scope covers event and meeting catering at vendor locations, event location usage only, and off-site catering including full-service, delivery only, and carry-out options. Bids are due by December 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with questions due by December 1, 2026. The initial contract term is for one year with options to renew for four additional one-year periods, totaling five years. Evaluation will be based on Best Value, including cost, service quality, and other specified factors. Submissions require completion of pricing attachments, insurance checklists, and criminal history records compliance affidavits.
Cost (100 Points)
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Summary
Knox County, Tennessee invites sealed bids for food and catering providers under Invitation for Bid (IFB) 3774.
The scope covers event and meeting catering at vendor locations, event location usage only, and off-site catering including full-service, delivery only, and carry-out options. Bids are due by December 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with questions due by December 1, 2026. The initial contract term is for one year with options to renew for four additional one-year periods, totaling five years. Evaluation will be based on Best Value, including cost, service quality, and other specified factors. Submissions require completion of pricing attachments, insurance checklists, and criminal history records compliance affidavits.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost (100 Points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A (Pricing), Attachment B (Insurance Checklist), Attachment C (Affidavit of Compliance with Tennessee Criminal History Record Check)
- Submit to
- Knox County Procurement Division, Suite 100, 1000 North Central Street, Knoxville, Tennessee 37917
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Knoxville, TN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Knox County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Knox County Procurement Division, Suite 100, 1000 North Central Street, Knoxville, Tennessee 37917. For questions, contact Taylor Childress.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Knox County in IN, 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 Taylor Childress at (865) 215-5777. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Cost (100 Points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Knox County?
All active and historical solicitations from Knox County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Knox 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 December 8, 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 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: Attachment A (Pricing), Attachment B (Insurance Checklist), Attachment C (Affidavit of Compliance with Tennessee Criminal History Record Check). Review the full document from Knox 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: Knoxville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.