Catering Services for Camden County Events & Programs

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Title:  

Catering Services for Camden County Events & Programs

Agency:  

Camden County County of Camden, New Jersey – Division of Purchasing

State:  

New Jersey

NAICS Code:  

722320

Industry:  

Food and Beverage Services

Solicitation Type:  

Request for Proposal

Solicitation ID:  

CCRFP #26-07

Open Date:  

3/11/2026

Questions Due Date:  

2/18/2026

Close Date:  

3/11/2026

Project Duration:  

3 years

Last Updated:  

Description:
The County of Camden is seeking a fully‑insured catering firm to provide complete food‑service solutions for all County‑run events and programs across any Camden venue for a three‑year period (May 1 2026 – April 30 2029) with two optional one‑year extensions. The contractor must deliver menus covering breakfast, lunch, dinner and special‑event formats, handle 20‑300+ attendees, supply all necessary supplies (linens, china, glassware, paper products), provide on‑site staff for set‑up, service and breakdown, manage alcohol service with a TIPS‑certified bartender (flat $250 fee), and be capable of offering ethnic and specialty dietary options or sub‑contract them while remaining fully liable. Proposals are to be submitted in five sealed paper copies by March 11 2026 11:00 a.m.; questions are due by February 18 2026 12:00 p.m. The contract requires $1 M professional liability, $1 M general liability, $500 k workers’ comp employer liability, and $1 M auto liability, plus all required certifications and ownership disclosures. • Full‑service catering for any Camden County venue, 20‑300+ guests per event. • Mandatory provision of menus, pricing, ethnic/specialty options, and a flat $250 bartender fee. • Required insurance limits, certifications (MBE/WBE, NJ business registration, Iran/Russia sanctions), and 60‑day proposal validity. • Contract term: 3 years (May 2026‑Apr 2029) with two optional 1‑year renewals; County may terminate with 30‑day notice.
Attached Files:

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Contact Information:

Laura J. Paffenroth(Purchasing Agent)

laura.paffenroff@camdencounty.com

(856) 225-2127

Budget Estimate (AI):

$150,000 – $600,000

No total contract value is disclosed. Based on typical county event catering rates ($2,000‑$10,000 per event depending on size and menu) and an assumed average of 25 events per year, the three‑year base contract could generate roughly $150,000‑$600,000 in revenue. Optional one‑year renewals could add another $50,000‑$200,000. Factors influencing the final amount include event frequency, attendee count, menu complexity, and any additional services (e.g., rentals, specialty cuisine, alcohol).

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