Document Summary

This document is Addendum One (#1) to Request for Proposal Number 101883 O3, issued by the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) on September 18, 2019. The addendum constitutes a first round of questions and answers between the State of Nebraska and bidders responding to the RFP. The addendum addresses inquiries regarding a vending machine and food service contract for multiple correctional facilities across Nebraska, including locations in Lincoln, Omaha, Tecumseh, York, and McCook. The NDCS acknowledges that the Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (NCBVI), as the State Licensing Agency (SLA), will serve as the entity submitting proposals rather than individual blind persons, consistent with Title 192 NAC Nebraska's Blind Vendor Program regulations.

The RFP seeks proposals for vending machine operations providing snacks, beverages, candy, and other products across the specified facilities. Annual gross sales figures are provided for reference, ranging from $2,937 at the Columbus location to $308,633 at Tecumseh State Institution. Commission rates vary by product category: 12.5% on candy and related items, 3% on sandwiches, and 10% on beverages, paid on gross sales. The addendum clarifies operational requirements including machine specifications, delivery schedules, maintenance responsibilities, facility access logistics, and healthy snack requirements. Bidders must acknowledge this addendum as part of their proposal submission and are advised to consult Addendum Two for a revised schedule of events incorporating facility walkthroughs.