Halal Menu Consultant
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 2000015622
- State
- Minnesota
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdictions
Updated .
About this opportunity
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Halal Menu Consultant to provide religious meal expertise for incarcerated individuals across state prison sites. The consultant will be responsible for reviewing and developing standard menus that meet Islamic dietary guidelines, with specific requirements to create male and female versions of menus that are revised seasonally twice per year. Additional responsibilities include developing special religious menus for state and religious holidays, medical diets, and non-routine food service meals, as well as providing an annual Halal approval and certification statement. Key qualifications include established religious credentials, specialized knowledge of Islamic dietary laws, familiarity with correctional food service systems, and creative problem-solving skills. The consultant will conduct menu reviews, provide meal service guidance, and potentially perform site visits to evaluate food preparation procedures. The procurement is structured as a formal solicitation requiring electronic submission through the SWIFT Supplier Portal, with responses due by April 26, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. Evaluation criteria will focus on the submitted work plan, consultant qualifications and experience, and overall cost proposal.
The solicitation includes preference points for targeted groups, including economically disadvantaged businesses and veteran-owned enterprises. Suppliers must be registered in the SWIFT Supplier Portal, with those currently registered only as bidders required to upgrade their registration before potential award. The contract term is anticipated to run from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026, with the possibility of extension for up to an additional three years. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the DOC will award the contract to the highest-scoring respondent and reserves the right to negotiate additional tasks within the solicitation's scope. Interested consultants needing technical assistance with the portal can contact the Contractor Assistance Helpdesk at 651.201.8100, Option 1. The procurement emphasizes diversity and inclusion, aligning with the state's Small Business Procurement Program guidelines, and seeks a consultant who can provide comprehensive Halal menu expertise across Minnesota's correctional facilities.
Opportunity text
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking proposals from consultants to provide Halal religious meal expertise to assist the DOC in ensuring menus offered to incarcerated individuals to meet their religious dietary guidelines and restrictions. Standard menus are developed at the system-wide management level with coordinating preparation guidelines, to accommodate accurate and consistent religious meal service at all of the State of Minnesota prison sites. Menus are revised seasonally twice per year and have a male version and a female version. Additionally, special religious menus are needed for state holidays, religious holidays, medical diets and other non-routine food service meals. The Halal meal program requires an annual statement of Halal approval and certification. THIS IS A FORMAL EVENT/SOLICITATION. Responders must submit their bids on the Supplier Portal. No non-electronic or email responses will be accepted. The response must be submitted no later than the date and time called for in the Finish Time in the Event Details. Your bid is not submitted until you select the 'Submit Bid' button. You will receive a confirmation message when your bid has been submitted. Print and save your confirmation. SWIFT CONTRACTOR ASSISTANCE HELPDESK. Contractors needing help with registration and/or completing their response to this Event in the Supplier Portal may contact the Contractor Assistance Helpdesk: 651.201.8100, Option 1. If your response does not comply with the solicitation requirements, it will be rejected. Thank you for your interest and participation. Note: Suppliers who are registered only as bidders must register as suppliers before being awarded an event. Make sure that the registration occurs prior to the notice of intent to award.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| HALAL_MENU_CONSULT_RFP_RESPONSE.docx | DOCX document | |
| pt_sample_contract_and_exhibits.pdf | ||
| HALAL_MENU_CONSULT_RFP_2000015622.docx | DOCX document | |
| Halal_Menu_Consultant.pdf |
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