Opportunity
Missouri BUYS #DSS 0000000009SL
Missouri Seeks USDA Approved Meals Recipe and Menu Services for Youth Facilities
Posted
June 09, 2026
Respond By
June 29, 2026
Identifier
DSS 0000000009SL
NAICS
541690
Missouri's Division of Youth Services is seeking a contractor to provide USDA Approved Meals Recipe and Menu Services for youth facilities statewide. - Government Buyer: - Missouri Department of Social Services, Division of Youth Services - Procurement Unit, Division of Finance and Administrative Services - Buyer: Steven Hoffman - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - US Foods, Inc. (referenced for product sourcing) - Products/Services Requested: - Development and provision of a twelve-week schedule of USDA-compliant breakfast and lunch recipes and menus - Nutritional analysis worksheets and menu production records - Alternative menus for allergies and holidays - Promotional nutritional posters - Product labels from US Foods, Inc. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All recipes and menus must comply with the latest USDA school program guidelines - Detailed documentation and reporting required - Menus must be nourishing, appealing, and support youth health and well-being - Contract allows for purchase of similar services from alternative sources if needed
Description
This solicitation is a request for bids for a non-exclusive contract to provide USDA Approved Meals Recipe and Menu Services for the Department of Social Services, Division of Youth Services. The contract involves utilizing a twelve-week schedule of USDA school program compliant breakfast and lunch recipes and menus at all Department youth facilities. The contractor must adhere to the most up-to-date USDA guidelines to provide nourishing and appealing meals that support the health and well-being of the youth served. The contract period is from the date of award through August 31, 2027, with three optional one-year renewal periods.