Description
This solicitation calls for an annual contract to provide shelf‑stable emergency meal kits (5‑day and 7‑day) for senior citizens in Gwinnett County, GA. The County requires nutritionally compliant, ready‑to‑eat meals with specific calorie, portion, and packaging standards, delivered FOB Destination to a senior services center. Vendors must demonstrate at least two years of recent experience, maintain a permanent sanitary facility, and carry extensive insurance coverage. The contract starts on 20 Oct 2026 with a one‑year base term and up to four optional one‑year renewals.
• Required quantities: ~4,000 five‑day kits and 400 seven‑day kits annually (total 4,400 kits).
• Technical specs: minimum 1,310 kcal per day, specific protein, fruit/vegetable, and whole‑grain servings; shelf‑life ≥ 1 year; no refrigeration/heating needed.
• Delivery: FOB Destination, prepaid, weekdays 7 a.m.–2 p.m., quarterly or as ordered; supplier must provide free samples and replace any damaged containers.