INMATE FOOD SERVICES

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners is seeking a qualified vendor to operate and manage all inmate food services at the county detention center for the 2027 calendar year. The contractor must provide all equipment, supplies, labor (including trained professional staff and supervised inmate labor), menu planning, meal preparation, delivery of three hot meals per day, special diet accommodations, holiday meals, catering for special events, routine kitchen cleaning, equipment maintenance, and detailed record‑keeping and reporting. The contract runs Jan 1 2027 – Dec 31 2027 with the possibility of up to four annual renewals, and the vendor must comply with federal, state, local, and American Correctional Association standards. • Provide three hot meals daily (≈450 meals/day based on 150‑inmate average) • Supply all food, consumables, cooking equipment, utensils, and cleaning supplies • Employ professional kitchen staff and supervise inmate labor for food prep and service • Develop and submit a four‑week rotating menu approved by a registered dietitian (≈2,800 calories/day) • Offer special‑diet, religious, and holiday meals at no extra charge to the county • Handle catering requests with ≥72‑hour notice • Maintain sanitation, pass health inspections (score ≥ 90), and keep detailed inventory and billing records • Provide equipment maintenance, routine cleaning, and contingency plans for emergencies • Submit weekly invoices and monthly reports; participate in quarterly review meetings with the Sheriff’s Office.