Ontario County FLCC Culinary Arts Center of Excellence Development RFP 2026
Ontario County, Ontario, NY·County
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- Ontario County, NY
SUMMARY
Ontario County, NY, in partnership with Finger Lakes Community College (FLCC), is seeking proposals from firms for the financing, locating, design, development, and operation of the FLCC Culinary Arts Center of Excellence. The project involves creating a higher education facility under the State University of New York (SUNY) system. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2026, at 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua, NY. The deadline for written questions is March 12, 2026, at 4:00pm, and final response submissions are due by March 20, 2026, at 4:00pm. Contractor selection is anticipated by April 16, 2026.
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Ontario County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 20, 2026.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ontario County?
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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 Ontario County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ontario County in NY, 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.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ontario County, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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