Town of Smithfield Senior Center Commercial Kitchen Equipment RFP 251120
Town of SmithfieldCity · Smithfield, RI- Due
- Jan 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 18, 2025
- Primary contact
- Carlos Santos
- (401) 233-1012
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Summary
The Town of Smithfield is soliciting proposals for the replacement of aging commercial kitchen equipment at the Smithfield Senior Center, located at 1 William J. Hawkins Jr.
Trail, Smithfield, RI. The procurement includes restaurant equipment, appliances, kitchen supplies, and heavy food service equipment. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for January 6, 2026. Sealed proposals must be submitted to the Finance Office at Smithfield Town Hall by 10:00 AM on January 26, 2026, where they will be publicly opened. The solicitation is managed by the Town Procurement Agent, with Carlos Santos listed as the primary contact.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
detailed item list
- Submit to
- Finance Office, Smithfield Town Hall, 64 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917
- Scope location
- Smithfield, RI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Smithfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 26, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Finance Office, Smithfield Town Hall, 64 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917. For questions, contact Carlos Santos.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Smithfield in RI, 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 Carlos Santos at (401) 233-1012. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Smithfield?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Smithfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Smithfield 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: detailed item list. Review the full document from Town of Smithfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Smithfield, RI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.