The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and Fresh Produce Initiative

The New Mexico Health Care Authority is seeking Regional Emergency Feeding Organizations (REFOs) to act as statewide distributors of USDA‑funded food commodities under TEFAP, CSFP for seniors, and a Fresh‑Produce Initiative. The contract is indefinite‑quantity, most‑advantageous‑offer, with a base period of one year and up to five one‑year extensions. Offerors must demonstrate organizational experience, staff qualifications, and submit a detailed project plan indicating which counties they will serve. Cost is not competitively scored; the highest‑scoring technical proposal receives the award, provided the cost response is complete. The award will be made in early June 2026, with quarterly reimbursement cycles and strict bonding/insurance requirements. • Administer and distribute TEFAP, CSFP, and fresh‑produce food commodities to Local Emergency Feeding Organizations across all 33 NM counties. • Provide warehousing, inventory control, and transportation services while complying with USDA and HCA regulations (7 CFR 247, 250, 251; 2 CFR 200). • Submit quarterly reports, expense receipts, and maintain a fidelity bond ≥ 25 % of the contract value; no fees may be charged to LEFOs.