Kitchen Operations & Food Preparations - Welcome Center

The Arizona Department of Child Safety's Master Agreement CTR075343 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on kitchen operations and food preparation services for the Maricopa Welcome Center. The contract encompasses comprehensive food service requirements, including developing menus, preparing and serving meals for approximately 20 children daily, maintaining inventory, and handling cleaning and sanitation. The food service must adhere to specific nutritional standards comparable to the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs, with a focus on minimally processed meals that are low in added sugar and saturated fat, while meeting precise calorie and nutrient requirements.

The master agreement is awarded to Arrow Development Corporation, based in Glendale, Arizona, with a contract period from January 23, 2025, to March 31, 2026. The contract is classified as a Master Agreement for the State of Arizona and was procured through a Competition Impracticable authorization. The total estimated annual cost is $394,800, with the potential for service extensions. Arrow Development holds appropriate insurance coverage, including a $1,000,000 per occurrence commercial general liability policy and a $5,000,000 umbrella/excess liability policy, ensuring comprehensive protection for the contracted services.