Area Agency on Aging Nutrition Kitchen Services RFP

The purpose of this RFP is to secure a qualified Food Service Operator to prepare and package nutritious, high-quality meals for both the Home-Delivered Meals and Congregate Meal programs. The contractor will be responsible for providing meals that meet at least one-third of the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) and comply with all federal and state nutrition standards. The contractor will also be responsible for maintaining the kitchen equipment, providing cleaning supplies, and ensuring compliance with all applicable health codes and regulations. Some key aspects of the job include: • Preparing and packaging meals for home-delivered and congregate meal programs • Maintaining kitchen equipment and providing cleaning supplies • Ensuring compliance with all applicable health codes and regulations • Providing a sample of a detailed review of their internal quality assurance and inspection program • Submitting sample emergency plans for weather and other natural disasters, utility failure, or any other disruptions to normal food service operations