Maryland Health Benefit Exchange - Food, Beverage and Snack Vending Services IFB #BPM056223 - 2026
Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of MarylandState · Baltimore, MD- Due
- Apr 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Tracey D. Gamble
- (410) 547-8152
The 30-second brief
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange is soliciting bids from a single qualified firm to provide food, snack and beverage vending services in an onsite automated vending machine setting for its employee cafe. The awarded contractor will maintain modern vending machines, refrigeration, and cooler units stocked with items including beverages, sandwiches, energy bars, juice drinks, soft drinks, bottled water, nuts, and snacks. Services will be provided at 750 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD, supporting a hybrid workforce. Bids are due by April 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST, following an in-person site visit on April 23, 2026. The contract term is two years from May 11, 2026, to May 10, 2028, awarded on a firm fixed price basis to the lowest total bid price.
Lowest Total Bid Price
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Summary
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange is soliciting bids from a single qualified firm to provide food, snack and beverage vending services in an onsite automated vending machine setting for its employee cafe.
The awarded contractor will maintain modern vending machines, refrigeration, and cooler units stocked with items including beverages, sandwiches, energy bars, juice drinks, soft drinks, bottled water, nuts, and snacks. Services will be provided at 750 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD, supporting a hybrid workforce. Bids are due by April 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST, following an in-person site visit on April 23, 2026. The contract term is two years from May 11, 2026, to May 10, 2028, awarded on a firm fixed price basis to the lowest total bid price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Total Bid Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Vendor Services
- IFB #BPM056223
- Bid
- Vendor Services
- IFB #BPM056223 PIA
- Transmittal Letter
- Bidder Minimum Qualifications Documentation
- Attachment D - Bid Form
- Attachment B - Bid/Proposal Affidavit
- Attachment E - Federal Funds Attachment
- Submit to
- eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA)
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Baltimore, MD
- Reported agency
- Maryland Health Benefit Exchange
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA). For questions, contact Tracey D. Gamble.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland 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 IFB 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 Tracey D. Gamble at (410) 547-8152. 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: "Lowest Total Bid Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Vendor Services, IFB #BPM056223, Bid, Vendor Services, IFB #BPM056223 PIA, Transmittal Letter, Bidder Minimum Qualifications Documentation, Attachment D - Bid Form, Attachment B - Bid/Proposal Affidav. Review the full document from Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | State of Maryland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Baltimore, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.