La Plata County Durango City Food Supplier Services RFP 2026
La Plata CountyCounty · Durango, CO- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Kathryn Hightower
- (970) 382-6200
The 30-second brief
La Plata County is soliciting proposals for food supplier services to support Durango City operations. The scope of work requires the weekly delivery of premium foodstuffs across multiple categories, including beverages, dairy, dry/frozen groceries, meat, poultry, produce, seafood, paper disposables, and food service supplies. The selected contractor must provide internet-based ordering capabilities and training for county staff. Deliveries are strictly scheduled for Wednesdays between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. Proposals are due by September 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the La Plata County office in Durango. A question acceptance deadline is set for September 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM EDT.
Beverages, Dairy, Dry/frozen groceries, Meat, Poultry, Produce, Seafood, Paper disposables, Food service supplies, Internet-based ordering capabilities, Staff training
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Summary
La Plata County is soliciting proposals for food supplier services to support Durango City operations.
The scope of work requires the weekly delivery of premium foodstuffs across multiple categories, including beverages, dairy, dry/frozen groceries, meat, poultry, produce, seafood, paper disposables, and food service supplies. The selected contractor must provide internet-based ordering capabilities and training for county staff. Deliveries are strictly scheduled for Wednesdays between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. Proposals are due by September 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the La Plata County office in Durango. A question acceptance deadline is set for September 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM EDT.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Beverages
- Dairy
- Dry/frozen groceries
- Meat
- Poultry
- Produce
- Seafood
- Paper disposables
- Food service supplies
- Internet-based ordering capabilities
- Staff training
- Submit to
- 1101 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO, 81301
- Scope location
- La Plata, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from La Plata County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 1101 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO, 81301. For questions, contact Kathryn Hightower.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including La Plata County in CO, 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 Kathryn Hightower at (970) 382-6200. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Beverages, Dairy, Dry/frozen groceries, Meat, Poultry, Produce, Seafood, Paper disposables, Food service supplies, Internet-based ordering capabilities, Staff training. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from La Plata County?
All active and historical solicitations from La Plata County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, La Plata County 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 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. Review the full document from La Plata 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: La Plata, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.