Citywide Catering Services
Location:
San José, California, United States
Posted on:
Deadline:
Summary:
Seeking a vendor for one-year citywide catering services in San Jose, California, including event meal preparation, delivery, and dietary accommodations.
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The government authority in San Jose, California is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive citywide catering services. Services will encompass the preparation, delivery, setup, and breakdown of food and beverages for events of varying sizes, types, and service styles.
Vendors must offer multilingual menu interpretation upon request, accommodate a range of meal options including snacks, light refreshments, continental and hot breakfasts, buffet-style meals with a minimum of ten entrées per serving, beverages such as coffee, tea, and bottled drinks, as well as plated meals. Special dietary meals must be provided, addressing restrictions like vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and other needs as specified prior to engagement.
Required catering equipment includes chafing dishes, warmers, and beverage dispensers. The anticipated contract period is one year. All questions related to the RFP must be submitted by May 5, 2026.
Best-fit vendors:
• Established catering firm with experience handling large-scale municipal events
• Demonstrated capacity for multilingual menu interpretation
• Ability to provide a wide range of dietary accommodations
• Possesses necessary catering equipment (chafing dishes, warmers, dispensers)
• Familiarity with government contracting in California
