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City of Aurora Temporary Warming Center Food Vendor

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26-098State & Local

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The City of Aurora is seeking a qualified food vendor for its Temporary Warming Center, which provides shelter and supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness. The center is projected to operate for approximately 90 days between November 1, 2026, and March 31, 2027, with an estimated total of 2,700 meals provided to an average of 30 residents per day. Because the number of residents may fluctuate based on weather and emergency circumstances, the selected vendor must be able to accommodate these changes while maintaining consistent service and food quality. This solicitation, numbered 26-098, is managed by the Community Services department in Aurora, Illinois. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of September 30, 2026. Primary contact for this opportunity is Chris Ragona, the Director of Community Services.

General Info

Aurora seeks a food vendor for its Temporary Warming Center from November 2026.

Agency

Illinois → Community ServicesView Agency

NAICS

722320 - CaterersView NAICS

Place of Performance

IL, USA

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NONE

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City of Aurora Temporary Warming Center Food Vendor.pdf

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AgencyIllinois → Community Services
Contacts2 people available
OfficeAurora, IL, 60502, USA
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Illinois → Community Services
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Office AddressAurora, IL, 60502, USA
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Chris RagonaDirector of Community Services
Purchasing DivisionPurchasing Department

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The City of Aurora's Temporary Warming Center, which provides temporary shelter and opportunity to access supportive services for individuals experiencing homelessness. The warming center is projected to operate approximately 90 days between November 1, 2026 and March 31, 2027 and may provide approximately 2,700 total meals to approximately an average of 30 residents per day the center is open. The number of residents may fluctuate substantially based upon warming center utilization, weather conditions, seasonal demand, and emergency circumstances. The City of Aurora is seeking a qualified vendor capable of accommodating these fluctuations while maintaining consistent food quality and service.

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