Vermont State House Cafeteria

The State of Vermont is seeking a contractor to operate the State House Cafeteria, providing full‑service food operations (breakfast and lunch, optional dinner) for legislative staff and visitors. The contract covers labor, food procurement, equipment, cleaning, vending, and related services for a minimum of 49 weeks per year, with a two‑year base term and up to three one‑year renewal options. Bidders must meet local‑sourcing, healthy‑food, and staffing background‑check requirements, and must submit a searchable PDF proposal by the deadline. • Operate cafeteria 8 AM‑1:30 PM (off‑session) or 7 AM‑3:30 PM (session) on weekdays • Provide meals with a $10 lunch price cap, adhere to detailed nutrition standards, and source ≥ 10 % of food locally • Manage inventory, cleaning, vending machines, and monthly reporting of gross receipts and local‑purchase data