Gwinnett County Bids #BL123-26 INV

Gwinnett County Solicits Annual Contract for Shelf Stable Emergency Meal Kits for Seniors

Gwinnett County Department of Community Services is seeking bids for an annual contract to supply shelf stable meal kits for senior citizens, primarily for emergency use during inclement weather or other events that prevent hot meal delivery. - Government Buyer: - Gwinnett County Department of Community Services, Health and Human Services Division - Financial Services - Purchasing Division - Products/Services Requested: - 4,000 units of Five (5) Day Emergency Meal Kits - 400 units of Seven (7) Day Emergency Meal Kits - Optional specialized diet meal kits (quantities as needed): - Diabetic diet - Carbohydrate restricted diet - Low calorie diet - Low fat diet - Low cholesterol diet - Sodium-restricted diet - Vegetarian diet - Renal meals diet - Mechanical soft diet - Product Requirements: - All meal kits must be shelf stable, ready to eat without refrigeration or heating, and have a minimum one-year shelf life - Meals must meet at least one-third of the Recommended Dietary Allowances for individuals aged 51+, per Food and Nutrition Board and Georgia Department of Aging guidelines - Specialized diet kits must be planned and analyzed by a registered dietician as specified - Delivery and Compliance: - Delivery to Gwinnett Senior Services Center - Compliance with federal and state regulations - Notable Requirements: - Suppliers must have at least two years of relevant experience within the past five years - Insurance requirements include authorization to do business in Georgia and an A.M. Best rating of A-7 or higher - The County may award by line item, section, or overall lowest bidder, and may split or negotiate awards as needed

Description

Gwinnett County is soliciting competitive sealed bids from qualified suppliers for the purchase of shelf stable meals on an annual contract for the Department of Community Services. The contract involves providing 5-day and 7-day shelf stable meal kits primarily for senior citizens throughout Gwinnett County, used during inclement weather or other events that prevent hot meal delivery. The meals must meet specific nutritional standards as per the Georgia Department of Aging guidelines. Bids will be received until September 21, 2026, with a virtual bid opening scheduled.

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