Congregate Meal Production – RFP HHS‑2026‑15

Marin County’s Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive congregate meal production and delivery services for the Older Americans Act Title III‑C Nutrition Program. The contractor will plan menus, produce nutritious hot meals, package, and deliver them to five senior‑center sites across Marin County, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local nutrition and food‑safety regulations. The contract covers an eight‑month initial term with a possible one‑year renewal, and the total funding ceiling is $64,661. Vendors must also supply dining‑service supplies (plates, utensils, etc.) or adjust pricing accordingly, and they must meet insurance and certification requirements. • Prepare and deliver 20‑50 hot, ready‑to‑serve meals per site per day (five sites) with a per‑meal price ceiling of $10.25 (includes supplies). • Provide menu planning, food‑safety manager certification within two months of award, and comply with Older Americans Act nutrition standards. • Submit sample meals on September 15 or 17, 2026; respond to a Q&A process; and meet a September 1, 2026 submission deadline. • Maintain required insurance (minimum $1 M general liability) and complete non‑collusion, debarment, and certification forms. • Potential contract renewal for a second year subject to performance and funding availability.