Description
Central Health seeks qualified organizations to operate mobile and/or pop‑up fresh‑food markets and related nutrition‑access services at Central Health sites and other approved community locations throughout Travis County, Texas. The goal is to create a reliable, measurable food‑access program that connects patients and residents to affordable fresh produce while leveraging federal nutrition benefits, incentives, and local food systems. The contract is for an initial one‑year term with the option to renew up to four additional one‑year periods. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Bidnet (preferred) or mailed in hard copy by the deadline. A pre‑proposal conference is optional, and questions must be submitted by the stated date. Evaluation will consider mandatory qualifications, HUB participation, insurance, and cost/value criteria.
• Scope: Mobile/pop‑up fresh‑food market operations and nutrition‑access support services.
• Location: Designated Central Health facilities and other approved sites in Travis County, TX.
• Contract length: 1‑year initial term, up to four optional 1‑year renewals.
• Posting date: 10/6/2026; Proposal due: 11/3/2026 2:00 PM CT.
• Pre‑proposal conference (optional): 10/20/2026 2:00 PM (MS Teams).
• Questions due: 10/22/2026 5:00 PM CT; Answers posted 10/26/2026.
• Submission method: Preferred via Bidnet; paper copy allowed with prior notice.
• Evaluation criteria include mandatory compliance, past performance, HUB status, insurance, and cost.
• No site visit required.
• Anticipated budget: not disclosed; typical range for similar community food‑access contracts is $200‑$500 K annually.