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When is the deadline for the Virginia Department of General Services RFP?

Accepted Answer

The deadline for this RFP is Jul 10, 2026. Make sure to submit your proposal before this date to be considered.

Question 2

What is Virginia Department of General Services looking for?

Accepted Answer

The Virginia Department of General Services, on behalf of the Commonwealth of Virginia, has issued Invitation for Bid IFB-122916 under the title 'VDC/IFB FOR OILS AND SHORTENING' to establish a term contract for the supply of various cooking oils and shortening.  Qualified vendors will provide kosher-certified general-purpose vegetable oil and shortening products to the Virginia Distribution Center (VDC) facility located at 2400 Riley Ridge Road, Sandston, Virginia 23150 (Henrico County), with delivery appointments required.

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Should I wait for the RFP to be released?

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