Bid guide
How to bid on Catering Food Products and Other Specialty Foods for UW System
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking bids for catering food products and other specialty foods. This is an opportunity for food suppliers to provide essential items for university catering needs.
Winning this bid could establish your business as a key supplier to a large educational institution, providing a stable contract for your products.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 15, 2026. The deadline for submitting your bid is August 06, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
Late submissions will not be considered, so it is important to complete and submit your bid well in advance of the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that supply catering food products and specialty foods. Firms with experience in large-scale food distribution or those specializing in unique food items for institutional use would be a good fit.
The relevant category for this bid is food and agriculture, specifically targeting suppliers of prepared or specialized food items.
How to respond
To access the full details and bid on this opportunity, you need to go to the University of Wisconsin ShopUW+ public bid board. You can find this board by clicking the 'View original source' link.
Once on the board, locate the bid using event number 2027-UWMSN-01397-RFB. To download documents or submit your response, you will need to register a free vendor account on the portal. Ensure your response is submitted before the stated deadline.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your bid, carefully review all specifications for the catering food products and specialty foods requested. Ensure your pricing is competitive and reflects the quality and quantity required.
Clearly outline your ability to meet delivery schedules and any specific packaging or handling requirements. Providing references from similar institutional clients can also strengthen your proposal.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from University of Wisconsin System; the original posting controls.