Meals for the UTEM Preparatory Program 2026

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Original title: Colaciones Programa Propedéutico UTEM 2026

Published: Aug 19, 2026

Updated: Aug 19, 2026

Source: chile_mercadopublico

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the education and training sector, with a focus on Higher Education. Located in Chile, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before August 26, 2026.

Published through Chile Mercado Publico, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the education and training sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Original language: Spanish

This tender, from Chile and sourced via mercadopublico.cl, is for the provision of meals ('colaciones') for the UTEM Propedéutico Program in 2026. The Contracting Authority is seeking catering services to supply food for participants in an academic preparatory program. The 'Propedéutico' program typically aims to prepare students for university-level studies. The catering service will be required to provide meals, likely lunches, meeting specific nutritional and quality standards suitable for students. Key requirements for bidders include demonstrated experience in large-scale catering, adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations (e.g., HACCP), and the capacity to deliver meals to a specified location associated with UTEM (Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana). The tender will likely detail the number of meals required per day, the duration of the service (throughout the academic year 2026), and any specific dietary requirements or preferences. Reliability, punctuality, and the quality of food will be critical evaluation criteria.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Chile Mercado Publico and was originally published on August 19, 2026. Last refreshed today. Original language: Spanish. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Chile. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Chile Mercado Publico to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 26, 2026. You have 7 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Education & Training sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.