Purchase of Shelf Stable Meals on an Annual Contract

The County of Gwinnett is seeking a vendor to supply annual, shelf‑stable emergency meal kits for senior citizens, with strict nutritional, packaging, and delivery requirements. The contract is a one‑year term with up to four optional one‑year renewals, awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bid. Bidders must demonstrate recent experience, provide required insurance, and submit all mandatory forms in a sealed bid. • Required quantities: 4,000 five‑day kits and 400 seven‑day kits per year (total 4,400 kits). • Technical specs: minimum 1,310 kcal per day, specific protein, grain, fruit/veg servings, no refrigeration/heating, ≥1‑year shelf life, USDA‑grade packaging. • Delivery: FOB Destination to Gwinnett Senior Services Center, M‑F 7 a.m.–2 p.m., quarterly or as ordered, with replacement of damaged boxes. • Vendor qualifications: ≥2 years recent experience with shelf‑stable meals, required insurance coverages (CGL $2 M, Auto $1 M, Workers’ Comp, Umbrella up to $10 M), E‑Verify and nondiscrimination compliance. • Submission: sealed bids due 21 Sep 2026, 2:50 PM; virtual bid opening 21 Sep 2026, 3:00 PM; award results posted 22 Sep 2026.