Description
This solicitation seeks a vendor (or multiple vendors) to provide home‑delivered senior meals for the Waupaca County Elderly Nutrition Program across Clintonville, Marion, and Embarrass. The work includes menu planning, food preparation, packaging, temperature‑controlled transportation, and coordination with volunteer pick‑up sites. Vendors may bid on any subset of these services, and the county may split the work among several contractors. Estimated annual volume is 8,820–12,600 meals (≈ 35‑50 meals per service day). Compliance with Wisconsin food safety regulations, Older Americans Act nutrition standards, and record‑keeping requirements is mandatory. The contract runs from mid‑March through the end of 2026, with possible renewal options.
• Scope covers menu design, preparation, packaging (SpeedSeal system), hot/cold delivery, and drop‑off at volunteer sites.
• Required per‑meal cost proposal (tax‑free) with detailed breakdown; no total contract value disclosed.
• Must maintain ≥ 135 °F for hot items and ≤ 41 °F for cold items during transport and retain records ≥ 3 years.
• Evaluation based on lowest total cost plus suitability; award expected early March 2026.