Georgia Procurement Registry #PE-66789-NONST-2027-000000021

Invest Atlanta seeks retail operators and food distributors for municipal grocery markets in Priority Communities.

Invest Atlanta is seeking partners to expand access to healthy, affordable food in underserved Atlanta communities. - Two main roles are being solicited: - Category A: Retail operators to develop and run full-service municipal grocery markets - Responsible for store buildout, staffing, merchandising, and daily operations - Category B: Food distributors to supply these markets - Responsible for wholesale distribution, fulfillment center operations, and last-mile logistics - Proposers may respond to one or both categories, but must submit separate proposals for each - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified organizations with relevant experience - Notable requirements: - Compliance with USDA and food safety standards - Emphasis on local sourcing and community hiring - Integration of technology and data for operations - Incentives available: - Low-interest loans, grant funding, subsidized lease rates, and technical assistance - Products/services requested include: - Fresh, frozen, dry, and specialty grocery products (entrees, seafood, baby food, diet foods, meal kits, etc.) - Retail grocery market operations - Food distribution and logistics services - Food service consulting and management

Description

Invest Atlanta is seeking qualified retail operators to develop and operate a full-service municipal grocery market and qualified food distributors to supply these markets in designated Priority Communities in Atlanta. The selected operators and distributors will be responsible for the complete development, day-to-day operations, and supply chain management of the municipal grocery markets. The solicitation is divided into two categories: Category A for retail operators and Category B for food distributors. Proposers may respond to one or both categories, with separate submissions required for each. The initiative aims to increase access to healthy, affordable food in underserved communities through a comprehensive grocery and healthy foods strategy.

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