Locally Grown Healthy Food for the Kupuna

The County of Maui is seeking a vendor to provide locally grown healthy food to senior congregate dining sites. The selected vendor will be responsible for sourcing, preparing, and delivering local food to these sites. The program aims to promote local food sustainability, enhance nutrition and well-being, support equitable access across islands, deliver educational value, foster community and cultural connection, and ensure program accountability and continuous improvement. The vendor must have at least two years of experience with local food sourcing, transport, and delivery, and must be authorized to do business in the State of Hawaii. • The vendor must provide consistent quantity of local food and adjust sourcing based on seasonal availability. • The food provided must be clean and ready to eat when delivered. • The vendor must ensure the safety of the food served, following the Hawai‘i Department of Health’s food safety guidelines. • The program will focus on fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables that are kūpuna-friendly, easy to open, easy to eat, and packaged for individual consumption.