Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority 488 Full Service Cafe VTA Headquarters RFP 2026
Santa Clara Valley Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · San Jose, CA- Due
- Aug 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Krista Periandri
- (408) 239-9547
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Summary
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to operate a full-service café within the VTA New Administrative Headquarters building located at 488 Almaden Blvd., San Jose, CA. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing high-quality food and beverage options for building tenants and the public, assessing current and future food-related needs, and implementing strategies to meet those needs.
Proposals must be submitted to 3331 N. 1st Street, Bldg B, San Jose, CA, 95134 by the deadline of August 28, 2026. A Notice of Interest is due by August 4, 2026. Primary contact for this solicitation is Krista Periandri at (408) 239-9547.
- Submit to
- 3331 N. 1st Street, Bldg B, San Jose, CA, 95134
- Scope location
- San Jose, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 28, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 3331 N. 1st Street, Bldg B, San Jose, CA, 95134. For questions, contact Krista Periandri.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority in CA, 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 Krista Periandri at (408) 239-9547. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority 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 Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Jose, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.