RFP 2026-119 UM Food Innovation Lab

The University of Maine System is seeking a vendor to supply, deliver, and install all kitchen equipment for a new Food Innovation Laboratory on its Orono campus. The lab will house two commercial kitchens, a demonstration kitchen, and a walk‑in cooler/freezer, and must be ready for use by late November 2026. The contractor must meet detailed commercial‑grade specifications, provide ongoing performance reviews, a toll‑free support line, and comply with accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA) and stringent data‑security standards. Proposals are evaluated on cost (30 %), agreement compliance (10 %), and organizational qualifications/experience (60 %). Submission must follow a strict PDF format and include required certifications and insurance. • Supply, delivery, and installation of complete commercial kitchen equipment set. • Mandatory compliance with accessibility, data‑privacy, and insurance requirements. • Evaluation heavily weighted toward experience and qualifications, with cost as the secondary factor. • Deadline for proposals is 11:59 p.m. on 10 July 2026; award expected 17 July 2026.