Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #50016-10352

Food Service Management and Meal Services for Southern University Laboratory School

This opportunity seeks a qualified Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to operate and manage meal services at Southern University Laboratory School for the 2026-2027 school year and up to four additional years. - Government Buyer: - Louisiana Department of Education, Division of Nutrition Support, Office of Federal Programs Support - Southern University Laboratory School - Services Requested: - Full operation and management of the school's food service program - Meal preparation and service for National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), Afterschool Snack Program, Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) - Compliance with USDA nutrition standards, civil rights laws, and Buy American provisions - Implementation of 21-day cycle menus for various grade groups - Adherence to food safety and meal pattern requirements - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit - Performance and payment bonds required - Strict adherence to federal nutrition, civil rights, and procurement regulations - Detailed record-keeping and reporting - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to all qualified FSMCs.

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a fixed-price contract to provide food service management and meal services at the Southern University Laboratory School. The contract involves operating a food service program including meal preparation and management. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit are scheduled, and the contract requires performance and payment bonds. The procurement is conducted by Southern University at Baton Rouge's Purchasing Department and aims to ensure compliance with federal civil rights and nutrition program regulations.

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