State of Tennessee - Dining Services for Public Safety Training Academy - RFP # 32101-01232026-SR1 (2026)
Tennessee Highway Patrol | State of TennesseeState · Nashville, TN- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- DeRenne Raley
- (615) 251-5173
The 30-second brief
The State of Tennessee Department of General Services is seeking proposals for the provision and operation of comprehensive dining services in support of the Multi-Agency Law Enforcement Training Academy (MALETA) campus, a 162,777 square-foot facility located in Tennessee. The dining program is intended to support the nutritional needs of trainees and staff participating in intensive, multi-year training programs, accommodating up to 1,400 meals per service period and 4,200 meals daily across breakfast, lunch, dinner, special events, and box lunches. Estimated meal consumption in Year 1 is approximately 200,000 meals, projected to increase by 10% annually over the 5-year contract term. Services include regular meal service, coffee service, digital signage management, a point-of-sale (POS) system, emergency feeding plans, and adherence to strict food safety, sanitation, and professional conduct standards. Responses are due by October 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. A virtual pre-response conference is scheduled for July 1, 2026.
General Qualifications & Experience (10 points), Technical Qualifications, Experience & Approach (50 points), Oral Presentation (10 points), Cost Proposal (30 points)
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Summary
The State of Tennessee Department of General Services is seeking proposals for the provision and operation of comprehensive dining services in support of the Multi-Agency Law Enforcement Training Academy (MALETA) campus, a 162,777 square-foot facility located in Tennessee.
The dining program is intended to support the nutritional needs of trainees and staff participating in intensive, multi-year training programs, accommodating up to 1,400 meals per service period and 4,200 meals daily across breakfast, lunch, dinner, special events, and box lunches. Estimated meal consumption in Year 1 is approximately 200,000 meals, projected to increase by 10% annually over the 5-year contract term. Services include regular meal service, coffee service, digital signage management, a point-of-sale (POS) system, emergency feeding plans, and adherence to strict food safety, sanitation, and professional conduct standards. Responses are due by October 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. A virtual pre-response conference is scheduled for July 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Statement of Certifications and Assurances
- Technical Response & Evaluation Guide
- Cost Proposal & Scoring Guide
- Reference Questionnaire
- Pro Forma Contract
- Statement of financial documents
- Conflict of interest statement
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Nashville, TN
- Projected sq ft
- 162,777 sq ft
- Reported agency
- State of Tennessee
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Tennessee Highway Patrol | State of Tennessee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact DeRenne Raley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Tennessee Highway Patrol | State of Tennessee in TN, 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 DeRenne Raley at (615) 251-5173. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Sourcing Account Specialist, Procurement Team Lead, Commissioned Officers. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "General Qualifications & Experience (10 points), Technical Qualifications, Experience & Approach (50 points), Oral Presentation (10 points), Cost Proposal (30 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Statement of Certifications and Assurances, Technical Response & Evaluation Guide, Cost Proposal & Scoring Guide, Reference Questionnaire, Pro Forma Contract, Statement of financial documents, Conflic. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Tennessee Highway Patrol | State of Tennessee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Nashville, TN. The total projected area is 162777 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.