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Saint Louis Zoo - Agency Bids & RFPs
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Employee Uniforms & Company Store RFP 2026 The Saint Louis Zoo (& ldquo; Zoo& rdquo;) invites qualified vendors to submit proposals to provide an employee uniform program and a corporate logo apparel /company store program, beginning January 1, 2027. This solicitation excludes all Security, Retail, Culinary and Catering, Facilities Maintenance and special- event apparel, which the Zoo procures separately. Where a specific department& rsquo; s current uniform requirement is unavailable from the selected ven
Employee uniform program and corporate logo apparel/company store program Scope A: Employee uniform program, maintaining existing uniform items. Scope B: Company store corporate logo apparel program, providing zoo staff and volunteers access to approved, zoo- branded apparel.
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The Saint Louis Zoo invites proposals for an employee uniform program (Scope A) and a corporate logo apparel/company store program (Scope B), starting January 1, 2027. Proposals must align with existing uniform lineups (Scope A) or propose a suitable assortment (Scope B). Evaluation considers product match, quality, pricing, service, and platform capability. The proposal due date is September 23, 2026. The contract term is January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2028, with potential renewal.
Compensation shall be based on the applicable unit pricing and other pricing structure set forth in attachment 1 employee uniform program vendor response pricing sheet and or attachment 2 company store program vendor response pricing sheet, as applicable to the awarded scopes, and incorporated into the resulting agreement.
Award, if made, will be to the proposers whose proposals are determined to be most advantageous to the zoo, taking into consideration product match and quality, pricing, service and platform capability, and references.
Samples will only be required from shortlisted vendors, at no cost to the zoo.
deadline for questions end of day on september 15, 2026
unauthorized contact may result in disqualification.
Award shall be made to the responsible proposers whose proposals are determined to be most advantageous to the zoo, considering price and all other evaluation factors set forth herein.
Kitchen Equipment Repair Services II RFP 2026 The Saint Louis Zoo (& ldquo; Zoo& rdquo;) is solicitating proposals from qualified contractors to provide inspection, repair, and emergency services for the Zoo& rsquo; s commercial food service equipment portfolio on an as- needed basis. The Zoo owns and operates hundreds of pieces of commercial kitchen equipment across its three campuses, including walk- in and reach- in refrigerators and freezers, exhaust hoods, ovens, grills, fryers, steamers, ice machines,
Kitchen equipment repair services Commercial food service equipment including walk- in and reach- in refrigerators and freezers, exhaust hoods, ovens, grills, fryers, steamers, ice machines, espresso machines, microwaves, prep tables, freezers, ware washing equipment, dishwashers, glass washers, food prep equipment, mixers, slicers, processors, ventilation systems, hoods, fans, and makeup air systems.
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The Saint Louis Zoo is seeking qualified contractors for as-needed inspection, repair, and emergency services for its commercial food service equipment portfolio across three campuses. Services include maintenance and repair for various kitchen equipment. The procurement uses a best value methodology and may result in multiple awards. Proposals are due September 2, 2026, at 3:00 p. m. A prebid meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2026. Contractors must provide detailed service reports and maintain appropriate insurance coverage.
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria: technical approach understanding 25, relevant experience 20, service capacity response capability 15, cost proposal 20, project team qualifications 10, customer service 5, safety compliance 5.
Proposals must include firm qualifications and experience, relevant operational experience, references, and key personnel qualifications.
Attendance at the prebid meeting is strongly encouraged but not mandatory, and site visits are available if requested.
Questions must be submitted by the deadline for questions, which is August 26, 2026.
Unauthorized contact may result in disqualification.
Herring Purchase and Delivery August 2026 The Saint Louis Zoo (& ldquo; Zoo& rdquo;) is seeking quotes from qualified suppliers for the purchase and delivery of 10, 000 pounds of freshly frozen Atlantic herring ( Clupea harengus) to support animal nutrition operations. The awarded supplier shall provide product meeting the specifications outlined herein, including all packaging, handling, storage, and transportation necessary for safe delivery. The supplier shall: Furnish and deliver frozen whole Atlantic h
The Saint Louis Zoo seeks quotes for 10,000 pounds of freshly frozen Atlantic herring. Suppliers must meet strict quality specifications, maintain temperature at 0F/18C or below, and provide traceability. Quotes are due by August 25, 2026. The zoo reserves the right to request product samples. Award is based on best overall value.
The quote must remain firm for 90 calendar days from the date this quotation is due.
Award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor whose submission is determined to provide the best overall value to the zoo. award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor whose submission is determined to providethe best overall value to the zoo.
Suppliers must be properly licensed and compliant with all applicable food safety regulations. suppliers must: be properly licensed and compliant with all applicable food safety regulations
Failure to comply with the requirements of this rfq, failure to provide conforming product, or failure to comply with applicable laws or food safety standards may constitute cause for termination. failure to comply with the requirements of this rfq, failure to provide conforming product, or failure tocomply with applicable laws or food safety standards may constitute cause for termination.
The zoo reserves the right to request product samples prior to award. the zoo reserves the right to request product samples prior to award.
All questions must be received by end of day CST on August 18, 2026. all questions must be received by end of day cst on august 18, 2026.
Lake Smelt Purchase and Delivery July 2026 The Saint Louis Zoo (& ldquo; Zoo& rdquo;) is seeking quotes from qualified suppliers for the purchase and delivery of 10, 000 pounds of fresh, frozen lake smelt ( Osmerus mordex) to support animal nutrition operations. The awarded supplier shall provide product meeting the specifications outlined herein, including all packaging, handling, storage, and transportation necessary for safe delivery. The supplier shall:& bull; Furnish and deliver frozen whole lake smelt
Purchase and delivery of fresh, frozen lake smelt 10, 000 pounds of fresh, frozen lake smelt ( Osmerus mordex)
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Seeking quotes for 10,000 pounds of fresh, frozen lake smelt for animal nutrition. Product must meet specifications for form, size, nutritional content, condition, freshness, quality, odor, appearance, and be fit for consumption. Delivery to Saint Louis Zoo, 810 Kudu Dr. , Saint Louis, MO ****, between 7:00 a. m. and 12:00 p. m. Product must be maintained at 0°F (-18°C) or below during storage and transportation. Deliveries are subject to inspection and rejection. Suppliers must be licensed, compliant with food safety regulations, and demonstrate experience. Award will be based on best overall value, considering product compliance (35%), pricing (30%), supplier experience (15%), delivery logistics (10%), and food safety (10%). Questions deadline: August 6, 2026. Submission deadline: August 12, 2026, 11:59 p. m. CST. Vendor selection and notification: August 14, 2026.
Deliveries must be coordinated with zoo personnel, ensuring adequate lead time and arrival within agreed windows. The zoo reserves the right to order in multiple deliveries or a single shipment.
Award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor whose submission is determined to provide the best overall value to the zoo, based on product compliance with specifications (35%), pricing (30%), supplier experience and reliability (15%), delivery logistics capability (10%), and food safety traceability programs (10%).
Suppliers must be properly licensed and compliant with all applicable food safety regulations, demonstrate experience supplying frozen fish or similar products, and maintain appropriate food safety certifications (e. g. , HACCP-based processes or equivalent). They must also provide traceability for all product supplied.
The zoo reserves the right to request product samples prior to award.
All questions must be received by end of day CST on August 6, 2026.
Failure to comply with the requirements of this RFQ, failure to provide conforming product, or failure to comply with applicable laws or food safety standards may constitute cause for termination.
CommercialTree Services II- Franklin County RFP 2026 The Saint Louis Zoo (& ldquo; Zoo& rdquo;) invites qualified vendors to submit proposals to establish a pool of Vendors of Record to provide tree operational services on an as- needed basis at the Sears Lehman Jr. Wildlife Reserve campus in Franklin County MO located at **** St. Louis Rock Road, Villa Ridge MO 63089. This solicitation is intended to establish a pool of qualified Vendors of Record to provide on- call, as- needed services, with a primary e
Commercial Tree Services II Tree trimming and pruning services, utility lines energized; Tree trimming and pruning services
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The Saint Louis Zoo is seeking proposals for commercial tree services on an as-needed basis at the Sears Lehman Jr. Wildlife Reserve Campus in Franklin County, MO. Services include tree cutting, trimming, pruning, removal, chipping, debris hauling, and emergency response. The procurement uses a best-value methodology, and multiple vendors may be awarded contracts. Proposals are due August 13, 2026. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 29, 2026. Emergency services require an initial response within 1 hour and onsite response within 4 hours.
Proposals must be received by 2:00 p. m. CST on August 13, 2026.
Proposals will be evaluated based on relevant experience and qualifications (20%), technical approach and methodology (20%), emergency response service availability (15%), safety program compliance (15%), cost proposal (10%), personnel staffing (10%), and documentation, reporting, and communication (10%).
Vendors must be qualified and demonstrate relevant operational experience, a safety program, and the ability to provide emergency response services.
A pre-bid meeting and site visit will be held at 9:00 a. m. CST on July 29, 2026, at the Sears Lehmann Jr. Wildlife Reserve. Attendance is strongly encouraged but not mandatory.
A protest concerning the terms, conditions, or specifications must be filed within five business days after the basis of the protest is known or should have been known. A protest concerning the notice of intent to award must be filed within five business days following issuance of the notice of intent to award.
Unauthorized contact with Saint Louis Zoo employees regarding this solicitation may result in disqualification.
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