Fixed Price Contract Grants Cibola County Schools Request for Proposal and Contract 2026-2027

The State of New Mexico, through Grants Cibola County Schools, is seeking a qualified Food Service Management Company to operate a fixed‑price per‑meal contract for the 2026‑2027 school year. The contractor will be responsible for full‑service food management and preparation across multiple K‑12 sites, handling USDA‑donated foods, meeting Healthy Universal School Meals standards, and providing staffing, food safety, billing, and comprehensive reporting. The award will be a one‑year contract with the possibility of up to four one‑year renewals, subject to performance and price‑adjustment provisions. • Provide full‑service food management (breakfast, lunch, snacks) for 10‑plus schools covering K‑12 students. • Manage USDA food receipt, storage, inventory, and crediting; comply with federal nutrition and safety regulations. • Deliver a fixed‑price per‑meal billing model, submit monthly statements, and maintain three‑year audit‑ready records. • Supply qualified staff, maintain certifications, and carry required insurance (general liability, auto, workers’ comp, umbrella). • Participate in a mandatory pre‑proposal conference/site visit on April 15, 2026, and submit the sealed proposal by April 27, 2026.