Multnomah County #RFP-198-2026

Multnomah County Solicits Catering and Venue Services for Community Events

Multnomah County is seeking to establish a pool of qualified vendors for catering and venue services to support county-hosted community meetings and events. - Government Buyer: - Multnomah County (local government) - Services Requested: - Catering services for events ranging from 5 to over 151 attendees - Includes food delivery, onsite food service, and bundled food/venue packages - Must meet County nutrition guidelines, cultural relevance, accessibility, and sustainability standards - Emphasis on minimizing food waste, local sourcing, and workforce development - Prohibition on plastic water bottles; preference for recyclable or biodegradable alternatives - Venue services for events of various sizes - Facilities must comply with accessibility and sustainability requirements - Notable Requirements: - Vendors may apply for one or both categories (catering, venue) - Inclusive, culturally appropriate menus encouraged - Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, and Emerging Small Businesses strongly encouraged to participate - Vendors may be asked for sample menus or descriptions of past events - Compliance with insurance, business registration, and standard county requirements - Multiple vendors will be qualified for a pool; contracts not to exceed five years - No specific OEMs, product part numbers, or commercial brands are referenced, as this is a services-based solicitation.

Description

Multnomah County is seeking vendors to provide food catering and/or venue services to support a diverse set of needs for County-hosted community meetings and events. The services are categorized by event size and include food delivery, onsite food service, bundled food and venue services, and venue-only services. Vendors are encouraged to offer nutritious, inclusive, and culturally appropriate menu options while adhering to the County's sustainability and health guidelines. The contract term will not exceed 5 years, and the County intends to establish a pool of qualified vendors for potential contract awards based on program needs.

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