When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 26, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 15, 2026.

It was issued by Boulder County. The work is located in Boulder, Colorado, United States; Lafayette, Colorado, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience with large-scale institutional or school food service. Ability to plan menus and accommodate dietary requirements for children. Proven capacity for meal preparation, packaging, and labelling. Strong quality control and regulatory compliance record. Capability to manage variable daily service populations.

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Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

Boulder, Colorado, United States; Lafayette, Colorado, United StatesPosted: May 22nd, 2026Deadline: June 26th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Colorado seeks a provider for school-day food services, including menu planning and meal preparation for approximately 110 children daily over a five-year period.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a licensed food service provider
Must comply with CACFP meal pattern requirements
Must comply with Head Start Performance Standards
Must maintain all required licenses, permits, certifications, and insurance
Must have commercial food preparation and delivery equipment
Must be able to deliver meals to three specific Head Start locations in Boulder County
Must maintain food production records, temperature logs, and delivery documentation
Must provide proof of insurance as specified in Exhibit A
Must comply with federal, state, and local food safety regulations

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Open Date: May 21st, 2026

Questions Due Date: June 15th, 2026

Pre-Proposal Meeting: June 9th, 2026

Addendum Released: June 18th, 2026

Close Date: June 26th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 15th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Boulder County

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Colorado is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive food services. The services must include menu planning, preparation of one breakfast, one lunch, and one afternoon snack for each child on every school day. Meals must be packaged and labelled appropriately to ensure quality, safety, and accurate delivery.

The estimated service population is approximately 110 children daily, though actual enrollment and meal counts may vary throughout the school year. The initial contract duration is for five years, with questions regarding the proposal due by June 15, 2026.

The selected vendor will be responsible for ensuring consistency, meeting dietary requirements, and accommodating potential fluctuations in the number of children served.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 26, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 15, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Boulder County. The work is located in Boulder, Colorado, United States; Lafayette, Colorado, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience with large-scale institutional or school food service
Ability to plan menus and accommodate dietary requirements for children
Proven capacity for meal preparation, packaging, and labelling
Strong quality control and regulatory compliance record
Capability to manage variable daily service populations

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