When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 4, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 13, 2026.

It was issued by City of Wilton Manors. The work is located in Wilton Manors, Florida, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced catering company serving government, municipal, emergency, and special event clients. Demonstrated capacity for rapid-response and high-volume meal preparation. Strong food safety, sanitation, and quality-control practices. Capable of providing menu planning, food preparation, delivery, and on-site serving. Licensed and insured to operate in Florida.

Emergency and Special Event Catering Service (Due November 4, 2026)

The City of Wilton Manors is seeking a caterer to provide food services for emergency situations, natural disasters, crises, and special events. The scope includes menu planning, food preparation, serving, and sanitation.

Must be a qualified licensed contractor
Must have all required FEMA and applicable agencies training
Must be fully licensed and certified in the State of Florida at the time of submittal
Must be operational and ready to serve within 48 hours of receiving an activation notice
Must provide a minimum of ten references
Must maintain comprehensive general liability insurance with a minimum limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence
Must maintain comprehensive automobile liability insurance with a minimum limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence
Must maintain professional/errors & omissions insurance with a minimum limit of $250,000
Must maintain employee dishonesty/theft insurance with a minimum limit of $250,000
Must provide a bid guarantee equivalent to five percent of the bid price if required by federal standards
Must provide a performance bond for 100 percent of the contract price if required by federal standards
Must provide a payment bond for 100 percent of the contract price if required by federal standards

Issue RFP: September 23rd, 2026

Deadline for Questions: October 13th, 2026

Response to Questions: October 20th, 2026

Deadline for Submitting Proposals and Bid Opening: November 4th, 2026

Evaluation Committee Training: November 4th, 2026

Evaluation Committee Review: November 10th, 2026

Reference Checks: November 10th, 2026

City Commission Approval of Contract: December 8th, 2026

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The City of Wilton Manors, Florida, is seeking a qualified vendor to provide emergency and special event catering services. Services may be required during natural disasters, other related crises, and city special events.

The selected vendor will be responsible for menu planning, maintaining food quality and sanitation, and preparing and serving meals. Questions must be submitted by October 13, 2026, and proposals are due by November 4, 2026.

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