Vending Services for Snacks/Food and Beverages

The San Mateo County Transit District and the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board are seeking proposals under solicitation 26-S-J-S-135 for the placement, stocking, servicing, and removal of vendor-owned vending machines. The services will be provided across multiple locations, including headquarters in Millbrae, two sites in Menlo Park, and the CEMOF facility in San Jose. The scope requires the provision of cold beverage machines with 8 to 10 product selections, hot beverage machines offering coffee and tea, and snack machines featuring healthy options and gluten-free items. All equipment must be new, the latest available model, and installed within 30 days of the contract award. The contract is structured with a five-year base term and up to three additional one-year option terms, with the vendor paying a commission percentage of net sales to the agencies. Proposers must have at least five years of continuous experience and comply with ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring all machine controls are located between two and four feet from the ground. Strict food safety standards are required, with recalled products removed within two business days. Evaluation is based on company qualifications, experience, and project understanding, with a five-point preference granted to certified Small Business Enterprises (SBE). Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via the PlanetBids portal by December 10, 2026. The award will be granted to the highest-ranked, most qualified, and responsible proposer.