When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due August 4, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 24, 2026.

It was issued by City Of Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish. The work is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Emergency and disaster-response catering provider. Commercial food service company with capacity for high-volume meal production. Experience serving government or public-sector clients. Ability to provide four balanced meals per day on short notice. Local or regional presence in Louisiana for rapid deployment. Proper food safety licensing and health compliance credentials.

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Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United StatesPosted: July 11th, 2026Deadline: August 4th, 2026

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SUMMARY

A government authority in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is soliciting emergency catering services. The contract requires delivery of four balanced meals per day during declared emergency conditions.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be registered in the Vendor Self-Service (VSS) system
Must provide a W-9 form
Must have a current occupational license and/or permit issued by the City-Parish if applicable
Must comply with EEOC and Civil Rights Act mandates
Must maintain specified insurance coverage (General Liability, Automobile, Worker Compensation, Excess Umbrella)
Must be in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State
Must comply with Fair Chance hiring standards
Must provide balanced meals following USDA Food Guide/Dash Eating Plan (2,000 calorie daily intake)
Must be able to prepare meals on-site at the staging area

TIMELINE

Advertisement dates: July 15th, 2026 and July 22nd, 2026.

Inquiry deadline: July 24th, 2026.

Bid opening: August 4th, 2026 at 11:00 am CST.

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 24th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City Of Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is seeking a vendor to provide catering services during a declared emergency. The selected contractor will be responsible for supporting emergency operations with meal service as needed.

The scope includes providing four balanced meals per day: breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a midnight meal. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted no later than July 24, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due August 4, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 24, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City Of Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish. The work is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Emergency and disaster-response catering provider
Commercial food service company with capacity for high-volume meal production
Experience serving government or public-sector clients
Ability to provide four balanced meals per day on short notice
Local or regional presence in Louisiana for rapid deployment
Proper food safety licensing and health compliance credentials

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