SLCoAGS122757-RFP CONGREGATE AND HOME DELIVERED MEALS (MEALS ON WHEELS)

Salt Lake County, through its Aging & Adult Services Division, is soliciting proposals for the operation and management of Congregate meal and Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels) programs. The Request for Proposal (RFP) SLCoAGS122757 seeks a qualified contractor to provide meal services across thirteen senior centers, utilizing the Government Center South Building Kitchen Site located at 2001 S State Street in Salt Lake City, Utah. The procurement requires a comprehensive food service provider capable of managing meal preparation, distribution, and nutritional programming for senior populations. Key deliverables include preparing congregate meals served at senior centers and home-delivered meals for homebound seniors, with specific requirements outlined in detailed exhibits including dietary intake information, sample menus, and nutrition guidelines. The solicitation requires potential contractors to demonstrate expertise in senior nutrition, food service management, and compliance with established dietary standards. Proposals are due by September 19, 2025, with the RFP posted on August 16, 2025, allowing approximately one month for potential bidders to prepare and submit comprehensive proposals.

While the RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, it includes comprehensive documentation such as a Provider Code of Conduct and detailed responsibility matrices for both the contractor and county. The procurement appears open to qualified food service providers with demonstrated experience in senior nutrition programs. Exhibits include a pricing schedule and historical meal service data from 2024, suggesting potential insight into program scale and budget expectations. The attached documents indicate the program serves a significant senior population, with multiple senior centers and a home delivery component. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the RFP and the requirement to manage meals across thirteen centers suggests a substantial contract value. The successful contractor will be responsible for meal preparation, nutritional compliance, distribution logistics, and adherence to specific dietary and service standards as outlined in the extensive supporting documentation.