Southern University expects the Contractor to provide the very finest catering program to the University community on each campus. Southern University has a robust catering program. Catering is seen as an opportunity for Southern University to put its best foot forward to the community and its alumni. Catering events on each campus range from coffee breaks, pizza, and sandwich delivery to formal receptions and dinners. All new catering business must be approved by the University in advance of any commitments or bookings that arise on each campus. There will be four tiers of customers: 1) Presidential - Presidential service level events on campus and/or any formal events that require premium catering services. 2) Day-to-Day Delivery – Delivery service could include any group on campus that requires meals for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. 3) Pick-Up Service - Pick-up service could provide a static menu of items that are available for daily pick-up, this option helps reduce overhead and cost for the customer. 4) Student Friendly Options – Student friendly options could provide students with a static menu of budget friendly items that are appropriate for student groups, events, etc. The Contractor must demonstrate their knowledge, experience, and capability necessary to meet the University’s full range of catering needs which include: Breakfast Buffets Lunch on the Go Luncheon Buffets Afternoon Break Hot and Cold Hors D ‘Oeuvres Carving Stations Plated Dinner Selections BBQ
