Description
The County seeks a single vendor to operate full‑service, on‑site food‑service operations for the Camden County Juvenile Detention Facility. The contractor will be responsible for daily meal production (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks), staffing, nutrition compliance, sanitation, inventory management, and emergency‑reserve provisions under a fixed‑rate‑per‑meal contract. No price escalation is permitted; the contractor bears all cost risks associated with fluctuating meal volumes and commodity prices. The base contract term is one year (2027) with up to four one‑year renewal options at the County’s discretion.
• Provide on‑site preparation of all resident and staff meals (≈ 180 resident meals + 30 staff meals per day).
• Meet New Jersey school‑nutrition standards (minimum 3,700 kcal/day, protein, portion rules) and certify menus via a registered dietitian.
• Supply all disposable packaging, conduct daily cleaning, maintain monthly equipment inspections, and manage an on‑site emergency food reserve.
• Staff the kitchen with a manager, assistant manager, and hourly crew on each shift; handle background checks, health exams, and training for all personnel.
• Use County‑owned kitchen equipment while providing all consumables, cleaning supplies, and additional equipment needed.