Duplin County Civicplus #19

Senior Nutrition Meal Preparation and Delivery Services for Duplin County

Duplin County Senior Services is seeking a qualified food service provider for its senior nutrition program, covering both congregate and home-delivered meals for eligible seniors in Duplin County, NC. - Government Buyer: - Duplin County Senior Services (Director: Melisa S. Brown) - Products/Services Requested: - Preparation, packaging, and delivery of hot, pre-plated congregate meals to the senior center (estimated 600 meals per week) - Preparation and weekly delivery of frozen meals for homebound seniors (estimated 15,600 meals annually, delivered to seven designated locations) - All meals must meet North Carolina state nutrition standards and federal Title III Older Americans Act requirements, providing at least one-third of the recommended daily dietary allowance and a minimum of 700 calories per meal - Menus must be developed or approved by a registered dietitian, with nutritional analysis and credentials submitted - Use of disposable, microwaveable trays and provision of all necessary disposables and condiments - Compliance with food safety regulations, temperature controls, and record-keeping - Adequate staffing and transportation for daily and weekly deliveries - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Ability to accommodate menu changes and special events - Insurance coverage required - Service excludes state holidays - Contract includes an initial one-year term with options to renew for up to two additional years - No specific OEMs or commercial food manufacturers are named in the solicitation; the opportunity is open to qualified food service providers.

Description

Duplin County Senior Services is soliciting proposals for the senior meal program covering July 2026 through June 2027, with a one-year commitment and option to renew. The program includes congregate nutrition meals served at a senior center and home delivered frozen meals to eligible homebound seniors. Meals must meet state nutrition standards and be delivered Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays. Bidders must have staff and adequate transportation to deliver meals to designated locations. Proposal specifications are available at Duplin County Senior Services and proposals are due by May 15, 2026.

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