Lancaster County Foodservice for the Lancaster County Prison - Bid 26-005, 2026
Lancaster County, Lancaster County, PA·County
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- Primary Contact
- Michael Armer
- Scope Location
- Lancaster, PA
- Submission Address
- Chief Clerk’s Office, 150 N. Queen St., Ste 715 Lancaster, PA 17603
SUMMARY
The County of Lancaster, PA is soliciting bids for complete foodservice and meals for each and every day of the year at the Lancaster County Prison under Bid Number 26-005. The work includes food preparation, management, supervision, and training of inmate trustees in a secure institutional environment. Services involve preparing regular and special menus reviewed and approved by a registered dietician and the Prison's Medical Services, utilizing dietary supervisors per shift and inmate trustees. A mandatory pre-bid conference and kitchen walk-through is scheduled for June 9, 2026, at the Lancaster County Prison Administrative Board Room. The submission deadline is July 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with documents to be downloaded from www.publicpurchase.com and submitted to the Chief Clerk's Office at 150 N. Queen St., Ste 715, Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from Lancaster County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 9, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Chief Clerk’s Office, 150 N. Queen St., Ste 715 Lancaster, PA 17603. For questions, contact Michael Armer.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lancaster County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lancaster County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lancaster 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 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. Review the full document from Lancaster County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lancaster County in PA, 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 Michael Armer. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lancaster, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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