Meals for CCC Fire crew on a staffing pattern. Tax included in meal cost

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has awarded a non-IT goods contract to Cowboys Corner Inc. for meal services related to California Conservation Corps (CCC) fire crew staffing. The contract, dated September 9, 2025, involves providing meals with an annual contract amount of $393, comprised of two primary line items: 20 individual meals at $16.68 per unit and a single restaurant gratuity assessment of $60.06.

The contract specifically covers meal provisions for fire crew personnel, with the line items indicating comprehensive meal cost coverage including tax. The prime contractor, Cowboys Corner Inc., will supply meals on a per-unit basis, with the total contract value reflecting a focused, short-term service agreement for supporting fire prevention and response personnel through nutrition services. The contract type is classified as a non-IT goods procurement, suggesting a straightforward food service arrangement for California's emergency response infrastructure.