Provision of Emergency Catering Services

Closes in 12 daysSubmission deadline: 29 October 2026, 02:00 PM Australia/Melbourne

About this tender

Overview The Country Fire Authority (CFA) is inviting Offers from suitably qualified suppliers for appointment to a panel providing emergency catering services across Victoria (reference CFA-2026-0217). Scope The scope includes: Preparation and supply of safe, substantial and individually packaged meals during emergency incidents Nomination of geographic service areas by suppliers Provision of delivery, collection, or both delivery and collection options Instructions to Tenderers Tenderers should monitor Tenders VIC for additional documents and addenda All questions must be submitted through the Tenders VIC Online Forum The draft contract (Part C) is currently being finalised and is not included in the initial tender release The draft contract and an electronic supplier briefing document will be issued through Tenders VIC during the week commencing 19 October 2026 The briefing document will provide practical guidance to help suppliers understand the opportunity and prepare their Offers Enquiries Contact: Shelley Starrenburg Office: +61 (03) 92628444 Email: Shelley.Starrenburg@cfa.vic.gov.au

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