Congregate and Home Delivered Meals for the City-County Nutrition Program

The County of El Paso is seeking a qualified food‑service contractor to prepare, package, and deliver approximately 4,000 nutritious no‑on‑time meals each day to seniors (60+) and adults with disabilities. Services are split between 16 congregate senior centers (≈1,500 participants) and home‑delivery routes (≈2,500 participants). All meals must meet Older Americans Act nutrition standards, be prepared in the City‑owned kitchen at 600 S. Ochoa, and delivered using County‑provided cargo vans (additional vehicles may be required). The contract is for an initial two‑year term with three optional two‑year renewals (maximum eight years). Vendor must manage menu planning (five‑week cycles), provide dietary analysis, staff meal service, maintain food safety certifications, conduct face‑to‑face wellness checks for home‑delivered meals, and supply special‑event meals and birthday cakes. Performance is evaluated on scope, qualifications, and price; annual reviews and a 30‑day cure period apply. • Prepare, package & deliver ~4,000 meals/day (250 congregate days, 260 home‑delivery days) • Meet OAA, FDA Food Code, Texas Administrative Code, and Dietary Guidelines • Use County kitchen; may need extra equipment (e.g., walk‑in freezer) • Provide drivers with smartphones for real‑time delivery tracking • Supply extra meals, birthday cakes, holiday menus, and occasional sack‑lunch events • Maintain food‑handler cards, background checks, and vehicle compliance • Submit quarterly menus & nutritional analyses signed by a Registered Dietitian • Contract value fixed for first two years; optional renewals with price adjustment