Cafe Services (Maysville)

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is seeking qualified offerors to operate and manage food service operations at the Maysville Community & Technical College Rowan Campus in Morehead, Kentucky, under Solicitation RFP-0352, issued on June 3, 2026, with proposals due by July 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST via the Bid Locker platform. The contract, classified under NAICS code 722320, has an initial one-year term beginning in August 2026 or upon award, with options for renewal subject to mutual written agreement and KCTCS discretion. Offerors must provide quality beverage and food options to students, faculty, and staff, including proper preparation and presentation, cleaning of dining and kitchen areas, and final connection of equipment. All services must comply with federal, state, and local health, safety, fire, and building codes, with the offeror bearing all costs to maintain compliance. Food items must meet FDA and State Bureau for Health Services standards, be fresh, properly dated, and stored, and adhere to industry-acceptable handling procedures. The MCTC Business Office holds final authority over performance evaluation. Proposals must be submitted electronically in a single file not exceeding 25 pages, excluding signature pages, business classification, addenda, references, and fees sections. Each proposal must include an overview and experience narrative, a proposed solution and services plan, a detailed implementation plan, staffing details, and a separate financial cost worksheet in Excel format. Pricing must be firm for the first year, aligned with surrounding market rates, and accompanied by a sample menu with portion sizes and costs. Offerors must possess certification to do business in Kentucky, and Kentucky resident businesses receive preference under KRS 45A.490–45A.494. Socioeconomic classifications including MBE, WBE, DBE, VOB, and DVOB are recognized, requiring at least 51% ownership by qualifying individuals. Insurance requirements include $1 million in Errors and Omissions coverage and general liability insurance, with certificates provided prior to contract commencement and maintained throughout the term without lapses. Contractors are responsible for all health department inspections and must report any violations of specified KRS chapters from the past five years. The contract includes strict data protection protocols, requiring notification of any personal information breach within 72 hours, with the contractor covering all associated costs. Offerors must disclose potential conflicts of