Description
The Lakewood Board of Education is seeking a qualified vendor to provide commercially prepared kosher meals for its K‑12 schools under the National School Lunch Program. The contract covers breakfast, lunch, and after‑school snack services for approximately 375 meals per day, delivered daily to multiple school sites, and includes packaging, utensils, and related equipment. The award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder, with a three‑year term (extendable to five years) and a total estimated federal funding of $375,000 for the first year.
• Provide USDA‑compliant, kosher‑certified meals (breakfast, lunch, snack) on a rotating 2‑3‑week menu cycle.
• Deliver pre‑plated, HACCP‑compliant packaged meals (or bulk frozen with portion instructions) with all required utensils and serving equipment.
• Meet extensive regulatory requirements (ADA, Buy‑American, federal food‑safety standards, anti‑discrimination, etc.) and furnish required bonds, insurance, and documentation.