The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and Fresh Produce Initiative, and State Funds for Cibola and McKinley County

The New Mexico Health Care Authority is soliciting proposals from Regional Emergency Feeding Organizations to administer the USDA’s TEFAP commodity‑food distribution and a state‑funded fresh‑produce program for Cibola and McKinley Counties. The contractor will receive, store, and deliver USDA food commodities, manage purchase and distribution of fresh produce, maintain detailed records, and provide quarterly performance and financial reports. The contract is a one‑year base period with up to five one‑year extensions, includes a requirement for a fidelity bond covering at least 25 % of the contract value, and mandates compliance with federal USDA regulations and state procurement policies. • Scope: Receive, store, and distribute TEFAP foods; purchase, package, and ship fresh produce; report quarterly on activities and finances. • Geography: Services limited to Cibola and McKinley Counties, NM. • Requirements: Mandatory pre‑proposal conference (31 Aug 2026), electronic‑only submission by 17 Sep 2026, extensive technical and financial documentation, fidelity bond ≥ 25 % of contract value, and adherence to USDA 7 CFR 247‑251.