San Jose-Evergreen Community College District Planet bids #2026.002

Campus food, beverage, catering, and vending services management

San José–Evergreen Community College District is seeking a contractor to manage campus dining and related services at its colleges and other designated locations. - Buyer: San José–Evergreen Community College District, Purchasing Department; the attachment identifies Wesley Chu as the buyer contact. - Scope: Manage food and beverage operations, catering, and vending at San José City College and Evergreen Valley College; vending may also serve the District Office and Milpitas Extension. - Service requirements: Offer affordable, nutritious, culturally responsive food options that accommodate varied dietary needs; maintain clean facilities and equipment; provide reliable customer service, point-of-sale technology, and sustainable practices. - Vending machines should offer multiple payment options and change, be accessible when buildings are open, and include microwaves for microwaveable products. The contractor must restock machines and remove expired products. - Contract structure: The draft provides for an initial three-year term with up to two optional one-year extensions, for a maximum of five years, subject to satisfactory performance and Board approval. The contractor must be ready to operate by the required service launch. - Named firms and vendors: The notice lists CA Traffic Solution; KJ's Cafe a la Carte, Inc.; Mullis Insurance; Pacific Dining - Food Service Management; PFD Management Inc; Sysco San Francisco; and Wm cafe as prospective bidders. The sample agreement separately references KJ's Caf and MeFit Vending as existing arrangements or exceptions; these references do not establish an award. - Products and quantities: No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are identified. No OEM is specified.

Description

The San Jose-Evergreen Community College District is seeking proposals for comprehensive operation and management of food and beverage services at San Jose City College and Evergreen Valley College. The work includes daily food service operations, catering, beverage services, and vending, with an emphasis on fresh, healthy, diverse, and affordable dining options that support student success and sustainability initiatives. The selected firm’s agreement is described as a three-year term with up to two optional one-year extensions, subject to satisfactory performance and Board approval. Proposals must be submitted electronically through PlanetBids by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

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