When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due December 2, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 30, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $5,000,000.

It was issued by St. Mary's College Of Maryland. The work is located in St. Mary's City, Maryland, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced institutional dining and foodservice management company. Proven expertise in cafeteria operations, nutrition programs, and high-volume food production. Strong capabilities in food quality control, employee hiring, training, and supervision. Experience managing dining-service finances and point-of-sale marketing. Ability to develop innovative, appealing, and nutritionally sound menus.

Dining and Nutrition Management Services (Due December 2, 2026)

Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

St. Mary's City, Maryland, United StatesPosted: October 3, 2026Deadline: December 2, 2026

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SUMMARY

A Maryland institution seeks an experienced foodservice operator to manage on-site dining and nutrition services, including food production, staffing, training, financial management, menus, and point-of-sale marketing.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have 8 years of experience providing dining and nutrition management services in a higher education or commercial campus environment
Must provide a minimum of 3 customer contract references from the most recent past 5 years
Must provide a minimum $350,000 contractor sole-funded capital investment
Must be registered on eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA)
Must provide a Maryland Statewide Caterer’s (SCAT) License
Must comply with Maryland’s Green Purchasing Reporting Requirements
Must provide a draft Problem Escalation Procedure (PEP)
Must provide an affirmative statement regarding non-compete clause prohibition
Must provide proof of insurance coverage as specified

BUDGET

Verified

$5,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

108 months

TIMELINE

October 2nd, 2026: Issuance of solicitation

October 21st, 2026: Pre-proposal conference and site visit

October 30th, 2026: Last day to receive questions

November 13th, 2026: RFP Amendment Q&A Response

December 2nd, 2026: Bid Proposal due date

December 21st, 2026: Preliminary Evaluation completion with shortlisted finalists

January 4th to 15th, 2027: Oral presentations (if required)

January 29th, 2027: Best and Final’s due (if required)

February 15th, 2027: Award Selection made

March 31st, 2027: Award recommendation sent to MD Board of Public Works for approval

April 30th, 2027: Contract executed

July 1st, 2027: Start of operations

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 30, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

St. Mary's College Of Maryland

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DESCRIPTION

The issuing institution in St. Mary’s, Maryland, is seeking a contractor to provide on-site cafeteria food services and manage its dining and nutrition program. Responsibilities include food production, quality control, hiring and supervision of food services staff, employee training and development, and financial management of the institution’s dining services program.

The contractor will provide appetizing, appealing, and nutritionally sound dining services for students, faculty, staff, and guests while supporting and enhancing the institution’s reputation. The institution encourages the use of creativity, innovation, and current foodservice trends in developing menu programs, merchandising, and point-of-sale marketing strategies that improve service, quality, and variety.

A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 30, 2026, and proposals are due December 2, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due December 2, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 30, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $5,000,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by St. Mary's College Of Maryland. The work is located in St. Mary's City, Maryland, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced institutional dining and foodservice management company
Proven expertise in cafeteria operations, nutrition programs, and high-volume food production
Strong capabilities in food quality control, employee hiring, training, and supervision
Experience managing dining-service finances and point-of-sale marketing
Ability to develop innovative, appealing, and nutritionally sound menus

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