Specifications include, but are not limited to: The University serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). The following informational link can be accessed for statics on our student population https://www.uic.edu/about/diversity-at-a-glance/ This RFI is to seek information on what is available in the marketplace that would be applicable/useful for planning purposes only. Vendors are encouraged to provide menus for all types of cuisines, with the goal of being included on a list of “UIC Catering – Recommended Vendors”. While usage of vendors on such a listing will not be a mandatory requirement, this RFI is intended to identify potential diverse vendors and catering options for UIC.