When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 16, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $730,000.

It was issued by University Of Maryland. The work is located in College Park, Maryland, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Seafood distributor with fresh and frozen product supply capability. Experience serving government or institutional food service buyers. Reliable cold-chain storage and delivery operations. Ability to source crab meat, fish, and shrimp consistently. Capacity to support a one-year supply contract. Regional presence or delivery capability in Maryland.

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Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

College Park, Maryland, United StatesPosted: July 9th, 2026Deadline: July 29th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Government authority in College Park, Maryland seeks a supplier for fresh and frozen seafood products, including crab meat, fish, and shrimp. The contract term is one year, with questions due by July 16, 2026.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a licensed, established, full-line, fresh/frozen seafood distributor
Must own warehouse and delivery trucks capable of daily deliveries
Must provide at least 100% of the products on the pricing spreadsheet
Must follow proper HACCP procedures at all times
Must provide three references of similar size and scope
Must provide financial viability documentation
Must provide current complete product list
Must have more than 50% of shelf life remaining upon delivery
Must be able to deliver Mondays through Fridays between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

BUDGET

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$730,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Issue Date: July 8th, 2026

Deadline for Questions: July 16th, 2026, 8:00 a.m.

Proposal Due Date: July 29th, 2026, 8:00 a.m.

Contract Commencement: December 1st, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 16th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

University Of Maryland

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in College Park, Maryland is seeking a vendor to supply fresh and frozen seafood products. The requested items include pasteurized Mexican lump crab meat, fish, and shrimp.

The solicitation indicates that all questions must be submitted no later than July 16, 2026. The resulting contract is expected to have a one-year term.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 16, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $730,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by University Of Maryland. The work is located in College Park, Maryland, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Seafood distributor with fresh and frozen product supply capability
Experience serving government or institutional food service buyers
Reliable cold-chain storage and delivery operations
Ability to source crab meat, fish, and shrimp consistently
Capacity to support a one-year supply contract
Regional presence or delivery capability in Maryland

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