Utah Public Procurement Place U3P #RA27-4

Food Service Management Company Sought for School Meal Program at Syracuse Arts Academy

Syracuse Arts Academy is seeking a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to operate its school meal program across multiple campuses. - Government Buyer: - Syracuse Arts Academy (School Food Authority) - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive food service management for school meal programs - Provision of reimbursable meals (breakfast, lunch, snacks) and non-program food sales - Adherence to minimum food specifications for all food categories - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with all USDA and Utah State Board of Education Child Nutrition Programs regulations - Strict adherence to Utah House Bill 402 regarding food additives in schools - SFA retains oversight and financial control; FSMC must provide detailed reporting and certifications - Conflict of interest policies and federal procurement standards must be followed - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named, as this is a service-based contract for food program management - Contract is fixed price, covering direct operation costs, administrative, and management fees - Projected meal quantities and detailed requirements are provided in the solicitation documents - Contract term is one year, with up to four annual renewals possible, subject to mutual agreement and state review

Description

This solicitation is for entering into a contract for the operation of a food service program for Syracuse Arts Academy, referred to as the School Food Authority (SFA). The contract will be between the SFA and the Food Service Management Company (FSMC). The contract is a fixed price contract covering direct cost of operation, administrative fee, and management fee, effective from August 17, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with possible renewals. Proposals must be submitted to Kellie Mudrow at Syracuse Arts Academy by August 12, 2026, 3:00 PM MDT. Questions are due by July 27, 2026, 5:00 PM MDT.

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