Description
The County of Cameron is procuring a full‑service food‑service operation for its jail system, covering three facilities (Carrizales‑Rucker Detention Center, Ruben M. Torres Detention Center, and Cameron County Jail). The vendor must provide three meals per day, seven days a week, for up to 1,500 inmates and 450 staff meals per day, meet detailed nutrition standards, supply a licensed dietitian, manage all kitchen staffing and equipment maintenance, handle delivery logistics, and operate a 24/7 coffee program. All equipment, chemicals, and certain support services are supplied by the County; the vendor supplies labor, food, uniforms, and internet service. The contract is a one‑year term (Sept 2025‑Sept 2026) with up to two one‑year renewal options and requires a performance bond equal to the full first‑year contract value. Bids were due July 23 2025, and the award was made August 19 2025.
• Provide inmate meals (≈1,500 daily) plus 450 officer meals, meeting USDA‑style nutrition specifications.
• Supply a Texas‑licensed dietitian, ServSafe‑certified food‑service director, and all kitchen staff; use inmate “trustee” labor only for non‑cooking tasks.
• Deliver, maintain, and repair kitchen equipment; operate a 24‑hour coffee service at three locations; furnish internet for kitchen offices.
• Contract value is based on a per‑meal price (target $1.16‑$2.15); performance bond equals 100 % of first‑year value; two optional one‑year renewals are available.