Town of Palm Beach - Emergency Food Services - RFP No. 2026-014 (2026)
Town of Palm BeachCity · Palm Beach, FL- Due
- Mar 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Martha Habib
- (561) 227-7006
The 30-second brief
The Town of Palm Beach, Florida invites proposals for experienced catering services to provide emergency food services including breakfast, lunch, and dinner for approximately 250 employees per day across multiple shifts following a hurricane or other disaster. The contract duration is for one year with four one-year renewal options, for a total of up to five years, and the Town may also utilize the awarded proposer for upcoming social events. Submissions are due through the Bonfire eProcurement platform by March 18, 2026, with a non-mandatory virtual pre-proposal meeting and FEMA terms and conditions applicable. Evaluation will be based on best value to the Town.
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Summary
The Town of Palm Beach, Florida invites proposals for experienced catering services to provide emergency food services including breakfast, lunch, and dinner for approximately 250 employees per day across multiple shifts following a hurricane or other disaster.
The contract duration is for one year with four one-year renewal options, for a total of up to five years, and the Town may also utilize the awarded proposer for upcoming social events. Submissions are due through the Bonfire eProcurement platform by March 18, 2026, with a non-mandatory virtual pre-proposal meeting and FEMA terms and conditions applicable. Evaluation will be based on best value to the Town.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best value
- Submit to
- https://townofpalmbeach.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/221454
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Palm Beach, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Palm Beach?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 18, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://townofpalmbeach.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/221454. For questions, contact Martha Habib.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Palm Beach in FL, 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 Martha Habib at (561) 227-7006. 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: "Best value" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Palm Beach?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Palm Beach are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Palm Beach regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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. Review the full document from Town of Palm Beach for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palm Beach, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.