Inmate Food and Management Services
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SUMMARY
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The government authority in Washington, DC is seeking a vendor to operate and manage the Department of Corrections' inmate food service program for a five-year contract period. The selected provider will be responsible for planning and analyzing menus for all inmates, ensuring compliance with meal-pattern and nutritional requirements, and adapting menus for individuals with special dietary needs.
The provider will assess customer preferences, industry trends, and current research to develop a long-range plan for continuous program improvement. The cook will prepare meal plans and direct and supervise kitchen activities. The contractor must also provide the services of a registered dietitian.
A pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 24, 2026. Proposals are due September 24, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- Submissions are due September 24, 2026.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Institutional food service providers with correctional or government contract experience
- Experienced kitchen operations and food program management teams
- Registered dietitian access and expertise in therapeutic or special-needs meal planning
- Demonstrated compliance with nutritional standards and large-scale meal production requirements
- Organizations capable of supporting a five-year public-sector service contract
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