When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on July 17, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

It was issued by Department Of Veterans Services. The work is located in Richmond, Virginia, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience supplying fresh produce to government or institutional clients. Operational capacity for reliable and regular produce deliveries in Richmond, Virginia. Knowledge of produce quality standards and handling requirements. Ability to provide a diverse selection of high-quality fruits.

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Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

Richmond, Virginia, United StatesPosted: July 1st, 2026Deadline: July 17th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Provision of assorted fresh fruits and produce to a government authority in Richmond, Virginia for a one-year contract.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be registered in eVA
Must provide fresh produce in first-class, premium condition
Must have an approved HACCP program for fresh cut produce
Must provide nutritional information for all products
Must maintain workers' compensation insurance
Must maintain commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate
Must maintain automobile liability insurance of $1,000,000
Must be authorized to transact business in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Must participate in the E-Verify program if employing more than 50 employees and contract exceeds $50,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Questions due by July 7th, 2026.

Sealed proposals due by July 17th, 2026, 2:00 p.m. EST.

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 7th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Department Of Veterans Services

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority located in Richmond, Virginia seeks a vendor to provide a comprehensive fresh produce service. The vendor must supply various fruits, including but not limited to gala apples, granny smith apples, navel or Valencia oranges, clementine boxes, lemons, yellow bananas, green tip bananas, whole mangoes, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.

Interested vendors must submit any questions regarding the RFP by July 7, 2026. The contract award will cover a one-year period, during which regular and reliable delivery of high-quality fresh fruits and produce to the authority will be required.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on July 17, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Department Of Veterans Services. The work is located in Richmond, Virginia, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience supplying fresh produce to government or institutional clients
Operational capacity for reliable and regular produce deliveries in Richmond, Virginia
Knowledge of produce quality standards and handling requirements
Ability to provide a diverse selection of high-quality fruits

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