Ohio University - Regional Campuses Vending Machine Provider & Servicer RFP 2026
Miami University-OxfordHigher Ed · Oxford, OH- Due
- Sep 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Melissa Ricchiuti
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Summary
Ohio University is re-issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for local vending services to provide food, snacks, and beverages for purchase at its Chillicothe, St.
Clairsville, and Ironton regional campuses. Awarded vendors will be considered pre-qualified for use by any of the university's regional campuses. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Euna/Ionwave eSourcing platform. Although the platform is shared with Miami University, this specific competitive bid event is for Ohio University only. The solicitation includes requirements for an IT Security Outsourcing Technology Qualtrics Survey, a Regional Vending Goods & Services Agreement, and a Non-Disclosure and Data Protection Agreement. Submissions are due by September 11, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- IT Security Outsourcing Technology Qualtrics Survey.pdf
- Regional Vending Goods & Services Agreement.docx
- Non-Disclosure and Data Protection Agreement.pdf
- Submit to
- Butler County
- Scope location
- Oxford, OH
- Reported agency
- Ohio University
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Miami University-Oxford?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Butler County. For questions, contact Melissa Ricchiuti.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Miami University-Oxford in OH, 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 Melissa Ricchiuti. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Miami University-Oxford?
All active and historical solicitations from Miami University-Oxford are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Miami University-Oxford 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: IT Security Outsourcing Technology Qualtrics Survey.pdf, Regional Vending Goods & Services Agreement.docx, Non-Disclosure and Data Protection Agreement.pdf. Review the full document from Miami University-Oxford for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oxford, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
