New York State Contract Reporter #2136217

Cafeteria Services for Gerald B. Edwards Training Center, Essex County

This opportunity is for cafeteria services at the Gerald B. Edwards Training Center in Essex County, managed by the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). - Government Buyer: - New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), Sunmount Developmental Disabilities State Operations Office (DDSOO), Contract Management Unit - Products and Services Requested: - Daily provision of noontime meals and two snacks for 18 program participants, approximately 252 days per year - Meals must comply with USDA requirements, New York State Sanitary Code, Department of Health, and OPWDD dietary standards - Ability to accommodate pureed foods, cultural, religious, and allergy-related dietary needs - Provision of all dining tables, chairs, service wares, adaptive equipment, and other items necessary for participant use and serving - Full-service cafeteria operation including all labor, materials, supplies, emergency work, administrative and reporting requirements, overhead, travel, permits, licenses, and insurance - Dietary changes must be implemented within 12 hours of notice - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractor must have at least three years of relevant experience and provide references - Strict confidentiality, insurance, and financial requirements - MWBE and SDVOB utilization encouraged - Criminal history checks required for staff - Annual price adjustments allowed, capped at 3% per year - No prevailing wage applies - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to all qualified providers

Description

The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is soliciting sealed bids for cafeteria services at the Gerald B. Edwards Training Center in Essex County. The contract term is from 2027 to 2032. The contractor will provide noontime meals and two snacks daily for eighteen program participants, ensuring compliance with USDA, NYS Sanitary Code, Department of Health, and OPWDD standards. The scope includes providing dining furniture, service wares, adaptive equipment, and other necessary items for participant use and serving. Bidders must have at least three years of relevant experience and comply with all applicable laws and regulations. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on estimated annual cost. Prevailing wage does not apply.

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