How to bid on Senior Congregate Programs for the City of Alexandria

What the City of Alexandria is buying

The City of Alexandria is seeking a contractor to operate senior congregate programs. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in professional services related to senior care and community programs to partner with the city.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The deadline for this solicitation is August 21, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. All submissions must be completed through the City of Alexandria's procurement portal, Bonfire, before this time. Late submissions will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms with experience in managing and operating senior programs, community services, or similar professional services. Vendors in the professional services category with a focus on social or elder care programs would find this relevant.

How to respond

To respond to this solicitation, you need to access the City of Alexandria procurement portal, Bonfire. You can view the opportunity details publicly without an account. To download the full solicitation documents and submit your response, you will need to register a free vendor account on Bonfire.

All documents and your submission must be handled directly within the Bonfire platform.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your response, carefully review all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your firm's experience and capability in operating senior congregate programs. Highlight any specific expertise or innovative approaches you can bring to the City of Alexandria.

Pay close attention to all submission instructions on Bonfire to avoid any technical issues. Double-check that all required forms and attachments are included and correctly formatted before the deadline.