Thanksgiving Meal Catering Services

The buyer, a government authority located in Richmond, VA, requires a vendor to provide catering services for a Thanksgiving and employee appreciation meal for approximately 2,500 individuals. The contractor must supply all food, beverages, service personnel, serving and holding equipment, single-service dining ware, replenishment, cleanup, and waste disposal. The scope includes offering either Option A, a traditional Thanksgiving meal featuring turkey and sides, or Option B, a novelty BBQ/roast meal with primary, secondary, and vegetarian/plant-based entrees. Offsite work takes place at the vendor's premises. Eligibility restricts participation to USA organizations only. Offerors must submit an operational staffing and logistics plan detailing their supervisory structure, serving lines, replenishment flow, and bussing crew. The buyer seeks budget proposals and requires all questions by October 23, 2026.