25-0289-RFP Emergency Feeding Services

Pinellas County Government is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide emergency feeding services on an as-needed basis, primarily during emergency events that may require feeding personnel at various locations within the county. The contract aims to support feeding operations that could last from 12 to 24 hours daily, with the flexibility to add additional feeding sites as necessary. The scope includes on-site cooking at designated locations such as the County Emergency Operations Center and the Public Works Emergency Response Building, both equipped with fully functional kitchens, with potential for further sites depending on the situation. The contract may involve multiple vendors and is structured to accommodate the unpredictable nature of emergency responses, with no guarantee of order placement. The contract, titled "25-0289-RFP Emergency Feeding Services," was posted on January 24, 2025, with a response deadline of February 18, 2025. It is managed by Pinellas Emergency Management under Florida's SLED organization, with a contract value estimated between $500,000 and $2,000,000. The agreement includes provisions for FEMA reimbursement, aligning with federal emergency response funding requirements. The primary point of contact is Patricia Cortez, reachable via email or phone, and interested firms can find additional details through the provided procurement portal link.