Bid guide
How to bid on the University Beverage Partnership with Virginia Tech
What Virginia Tech is buying and why it matters
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is looking for a beverage partnership. This is an opportunity for a vendor to become the university's beverage partner, which can involve supplying drinks across campus facilities. Such partnerships often provide long-term contracts and significant sales volume.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 21, 2026. The deadline for responses is September 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time. Late submissions are typically not accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for beverage companies, distributors, or manufacturers. Firms with experience in large-scale institutional supply, particularly within the food and agriculture category, would be well-suited. This could include companies offering a range of non-alcoholic and possibly alcoholic beverages, depending on the full scope detailed in the solicitation.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details, you need to go to the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University public bid board, which is hosted on Jaggaer. Once on the board, locate solicitation number 154542701. To download documents or submit your proposal, you will need to register a free vendor account on the portal. Ensure your response is submitted before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, carefully review all requirements outlined in the solicitation. Focus on demonstrating your capacity to meet the university's beverage needs, including product variety, distribution capabilities, and customer service. Highlight any experience you have with similar large-scale partnerships or educational institutions. Ensure your pricing structure is clear and competitive. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted on time.
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 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; the original posting controls.