Food Service in Seneca County Correctional Facility

SPECIFICATIONS:

Scope of Services

The Contractor shall provide daily food service for SCCF, including:

• Cold breakfast for inmates and 10 staff per meal.

• Hot lunch and hot dinner for inmates and 10 staff per meal.

• All meals must meet NYS SCOC nutritional guidelines.

• Menu must be approved by a registered dietitian.

• Special diets (medical/religious) must be accommodated.

• Meals must be delivered and ready to serve at designated times.

• Contractor must provide disposable serviceware, napkins, and condiments.

• Maintain compliance with all NYS Department of Health food safety requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience providing food services in correctional, institutional, or large-scale settings.

• Knowledge of NYS SCOC nutritional standards for incarcerated individuals.

• Compliance with all health and safety regulations.

• Ability to meet production and delivery timelines.

Standards and Compliance

The Contractor shall comply with:

• NYS COC Minimum Standards for Food Service.

• NYS Department of Health regulations.

• HACCP and safe food handling practices.

Menu Requirements

Proposers must submit a 4-week sample menu with the proposal, indicating portion sizes, nutritional values, and any rotating items. Menu must include:

• Cold breakfast options (e.g., cereal, milk, juice, fruit, bread).

• Hot lunch and dinner options (entrée, side, vegetable, dessert/beverage).

• Variety and cultural diversity in meal options.

• Accommodation for special diets. No proposal will include textured vegan protein or mechanically separated chicken or turkey.