Meal Services Job Challenge And New Mexico National Guard Youth Challenge Academies

This RFP seeks a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive food‑service solutions for the New Mexico Job Challenge Academy (NMJCA) and the New Mexico National Guard Youth Challenge Academy (NMNGYCA). The scope includes preparation of meals (including canning), cafeteria operations, and the rental or lease of kitchen equipment required to support daily feeding of participants. Bidders must submit sealed proposals by the deadline, and the contract will be awarded through competitive negotiations. • Provide food preparation services (incl. canning) for two state‑run youth academies. • Operate cafeteria and food‑service functions, ensuring nutrition standards and timely service. • Supply, rent, or lease necessary kitchen equipment and related support items. • Comply with state procurement policies; proposals must be sealed and submitted by 10 Oct 2026.