The City of Buffalo is seeking bids for catering and cooking services for the annual Senior Citizens Summer Picnic on July 30, 2026. Approximately ****,000 seniors are expected. The contract period is from the date of commencement through June 30, 2027, with potential for four one-year renewals. Bids are due by June 11, 2026, at 11:30 a. m. The vendor must prepare chicken onsite and provide serving and eating supplies. Delivery will be to a designated area at Front Park, Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY. A bid surety of $3,000 is required. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The event is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026. Setup should be complete by 9:30 am, and food service is from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm or until all seniors are served. The delivery date shall be considered by the director of purchase in making the award. Such delivery date shall be of the essence of the contract.
Payment for material, supplies, or equipment will be made within thirty (30) days after approved completion of the contract and the rendition of a proper invoice. Payment for material, supplies or equipment called for herein shall be made within thirty 30 days after approved completion of contract and the rendition of proper invoice to the division of accounting
The city reserves the right to award the contract to the bidder that best serves its interests, which may include considering the delivery date and rejecting any or all bids. city of buffalo also reserves the right to award the contract on such as the city deems will best serve its interests.
Vendors must possess all necessary licenses and permits, have an Erie County Health Department operating permit with a satisfactory record, sufficient equipment and transportation, and provide three references for similar-sized events. vendor is required to have all needed licenses, certificates, and permits needed to operate a business in the city of buffalo.
If the contractor fails to complete the contract within the specified delivery date, the city may allow completion but the contractor remains liable for damages. Liquidated damages are one percent (1%) of the total contract amount per day for delays. he contractor andor supplier and their surety shall be liable for and shall pay or allow to the city a sum equal to one percent 1 of the total amount of the contract per day as fixed and agreed liquidated damages for each and every calendar day
Submitting a bid that does not include all required forms, failing to follow instructions, or engaging in impermissible contact during the restricted period may result in disqualification. all inquiries during the question period only should be directed via email only to: marlena barker, division of purchase: mcbarker@buffalony. gov.