Description
The County of Gwinnett is seeking a vendor to provide an annual supply of shelf‑stable emergency meal kits for seniors, comprising 5‑day and 7‑day kits that meet specific nutritional, packaging, and shelf‑life requirements. The contract is a one‑year base period with up to four optional one‑year renewals, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
• Provide approximately 4,000 five‑day kits and 400 seven‑day kits each year (total ~4,400 kits).
• Meals must meet a minimum of 1,310 kcal per day, specific protein, fruit/vegetable, and dairy content, and be ready‑to‑eat with a one‑year shelf life.
• Deliver FOB destination to the Gwinnett Senior Services Center, Monday‑Friday 7 a.m.–2 p.m., with quarterly ordering possible.
• Vendor must have at least two years recent experience supplying shelf‑stable meals, maintain required insurance coverages, and submit required certifications and sample meals.