University Of Wisconsin-Madison Dining Services for UW-Eau Claire, UW-La Crosse, UW-River Falls, and UW-Superior - 2027-UWSYS-01438-RFP (2026)
University Of Wisconsin-MadisonHigher Ed · Madison, WI- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Paul Schlough
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SUMMARY
University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking proposals for comprehensive dining services, meal plans, catering, and retail food operations across multiple campuses including UW-Eau Claire, UW-La Crosse, UW-River Falls, and UW-Superior under solicitation number 2027-UWSYS-01438-RFP. The scope encompasses campus dining facilities, meal plan administration, catering events, convenience stores, and student union operations.
Interested vendors must submit proposals by November 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST via email to [email protected].
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Eau Claire, WI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from University Of Wisconsin-Madison?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Paul Schlough.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including University Of Wisconsin-Madison in WI, 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.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Eau Claire, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.