RFQ - Temporary Mobile Kitchen - East Stadium

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION
TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Purchasing Office
1 William L. Jones Dr.
PO Box 5144
Cookeville, TN 38505
RFQ Title: Temporary Mobile Commercial Kitchen - East Stadium
Issue Date: May 18, 2026
RFQ Due Date & Time: June 8, 2026, at 3:00pm Central Time
RFQ Coordinator: Janice Scarlett
Email: jscarlett@tntech.edu
Phone: (931) 372-3464
Fax: (931-372-3727
Bid is subject to the RFQ - Standard Terms and Conditions at
https://www.tntech.edu/purchasing/pdf/RFQ_Std_Terms_and_Conditions_rev_6-26-
24.pdf. By submitting a bid, bidder certifies its agreement to these terms and conditions.
Special Bid Instructions:
1. Bidders not already registered as a vendor with Tennessee Tech should complete
the online supplier registration: https://www.tntech.edu/purchasing/howto.php#
2. Bids may be electronically signed and submitted.
3. Bids may be mailed, faxed, or electronically submitted to the RFQ Coordinator (as
noted above).
4. To view a bid tabulation after intent to award, please visit this link:
https://www.tntech.edu/purchasing/bidawards.php. Results are listed according to
fiscal year then by date of bid opening.
This is not an order. This solicitation is issued to obtain pricing for evaluation purposes.
The University reserves the right to award based on lease or purchase.

1 PURPOSE
Tennessee Technological University is requesting quotations for a temporary mobile commercial
kitchen solution to support stadium operations.
Vendors must submit pricing for:
* Lease/Rental Option
* Purchase Option
The University will determine the final procurement method after evaluation of all responses.
2 SCOPE OF WORK
Vendor shall provide a fully functional mobile kitchen unit (trailer-based or modular) including
delivery, installation, and operational readiness.
Required Equipment & Components
* Single-door dish machine
* 3-compartment sink
* Mop sink
* Prep/produce table with sink
* Double fryer
* 36" char grill
* 36" flat top
* 30-gallon tilt skillet
* Double stack oven
* Double stack combi oven
* Walk-in cooler/freezer (8' x 20') - Qty: 3
* Dry storage unit (8' x 20') - Qty: 1
* Mobile trailer or modular structure to house all equipment
3 TERM
* Start Date: August 1, 2026
* Estimated End Date: July 31, 2029
* Contract Structure: For lease/rental - Year-to-year term with up to 4 renewals

4 SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
For lease/rental proposals, vendor must include:
* Delivery and setup
* Preventative maintenance and repairs
* Equipment replacement (if needed)
* Removal at end of term
For purchase proposals, vendor must include:
* Delivery and installation
* Warranty details
* Optional service agreements
5 PRICING FORMAT (REQUIRED)
Vendors must complete ALL applicable sections below.
A. Lease/Rental Pricing
Description Cost
Monthly Lease Price $
Annual Lease Price $
Delivery & Setup $
Maintenance (included or separate)
Removal Cost $
B. Purchase Pricing
Description Cost
Total Purchase Price $
Delivery & Installation $
Warranty Included (Yes/No)
Extended Warranty (optional) $
Removal Cost $
C. Additional Costs
* Utilities requirements/specifications
* Site preparation requirements
* Any additional fees not listed above

6 TECHNICAL RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS
Vendors must include:
* Description and layout of proposed mobile/temporary kitchen
* Equipment specifications and manufacturer details
* Compliance with health and safety codes
* Utility requirements (power, water, sewer, gas)
* Lead time for delivery and installation
* Photos or renderings (if available)
7 EVALUATION CRITERIA
Award may be based on:
* Total cost (lease vs. purchase lifecycle)
* Compliance with specifications
* Installation timeline
* Maintenance and support capabilities
The University reserves the right to select the most advantageous option, including lease or
purchase.
8 TERMS & CONDITIONS
* This RFQ is subject to the attached Tennessee Tech RFQ - Standard Terms and Conditions.
By submitting a bid, bidder certifies its agreement to these terms and conditions.
* The University reserves the right to reject any or all responses.
* Equivalent solutions will be considered.

9 VENDOR INFORMATION & SIGNATURE
Vendor Name:__________________________________________________________________
Contact Name:_________________________________________________________________
Email:__________________________________________________________________________
Phone:_________________________________________________________________________
Authorized Signature:____________________________________________________________
Date:___________________________________________________________________________
Name & Title of Signatory (printed):________________________________________________
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