28-DOC-1000-Food Services

Massachusetts Department of Correction seeks a single vendor to provide full‑service food operations for three correctional facilities (MCI Framingham, Boston Pre‑Release Center, and Pondville Correctional Center). The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of meal preparation, special‑diet compliance (including halal, kosher, medical, and low‑fiber menus), staffing, training, quality‑control, and related logistics over a base year with up to five renewable one‑year options. The solicitation includes mandatory site‑visits, a bid‑intent filing deadline, and a detailed evaluation rubric heavily weighted toward cost, quality control, and supplier‑diversity commitments. • Provide comprehensive food‑service delivery (purchase, storage, preparation, service) for three DOC sites. • Meet extensive regulatory requirements (Executive Orders 509 & 515, PREA, ACA, and state nutrition standards). • Submit a detailed staffing matrix, quality‑control plan, and supplier‑diversity plan; a $100,000 bid bond is required. • Contract value estimated at $2.12 M for FY 26, with a base term of 1 year and up to five 1‑year renewal options (maximum 6 years).