When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 25, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 16, 2026.

It was issued by City Of Norfolk. The work is located in Norfolk, Virginia, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Established catering company with experience serving government or institutional clients. Proven ability to deliver full-service, limited-service, drop-off, and specialized catering. Capacity to support events on an as-needed basis throughout a five-year contract. Strong food-service operations, event coordination, and client service capabilities. In-house or partner expertise in website, social media, and print marketing.

Catering Services (Due September 25, 2026)

A government authority in Norfolk, Virginia seeks a catering provider for full-service, limited-service, drop-off, and specialized events over a five-year contract. The vendor must also develop website, social media, and print marketing materials.

Must have valid business licenses
Must have food handling permits
Must have Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Authority licensing
Must maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance with $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate limits
Must maintain Worker's Compensation Insurance with $500,000 limits
Must maintain Automobile/Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance with $2,000,000 combined single limit
Must maintain Professional/Errors & Omissions Liability Insurance with $1,000,000 per claim and $2,000,000 aggregate limits
Must provide up-to-date marketing material for The Slover
Must respond to client requests within two business days
Must document catering terms in writing signed by contractor and client
Must provide uniforms with company name or logo for employees
Must adhere to specific cleaning standards after events
Must provide annual performance review data
Must comply with digital accessibility requirements (WCAG 2.1 Level AA)

Pre-proposal conference: September 8th, 2026

Question deadline: September 16th, 2026

Proposals due: September 22nd, 2026

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The government authority in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a vendor to provide catering services on an as-needed basis for a variety of events. Services will include four categories: full-service catering, limited-service catering, drop-off catering, and specialized catering.

The selected vendor will also provide marketing materials to help clients select catering services for their events. Marketing materials may include website content, social media, and print media.

The contract period will be five years. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2026, and questions must be submitted by September 16, 2026. Proposals are due September 25, 2026.

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