Description
The California Department of Highway Patrol is seeking a vendor to provide, install, and operate meal‑vending‑machine services at three CHP office locations. The contractor must supply fresh, microwave‑ready meals that meet specific nutritional standards, operate the machines during normal business hours, and handle all labor, installation, maintenance, and stocking costs during a six‑month evaluation period. The State will not pay the vendor; revenue is generated from meal sales, and the contract may be extended based on performance. Preference incentives for small businesses and DVBE participation are available, though DVBE participation is waived.
• Provide ADA‑accessible vending machines stocked with standard, vegetarian, and dairy‑free meals meeting defined protein, calorie, sodium, fiber, and saturated‑fat limits.
• Operate machines at Modesto, Oceanside, and East Los Angeles CHP offices, Monday‑Friday 8 am‑5 pm, excluding state holidays.
• No cost to the State; vendor retains sales proceeds, bears all insurance and licensing costs, and must meet security and personnel background‑check requirements.
• Six‑month evaluation period followed by a potential contract extension through March 31 2029.
• Small‑business and DVBE preference incentives may apply, though the solicitation is otherwise a zero‑cost award.