RFP 026-41 Commercial & USDA Foods

Meriden Public Schools is seeking a vendor to supply and deliver a variety of commercial and USDA Foods to support its Food and Nutrition Services Program for the 2025-2026 school year. This program serves approximately 8,200 students across 13 school sites, all of which participate in the USDA Food and Nutrition Service Community Eligibility Provision, allowing breakfast and lunch to be provided at no cost to all enrolled students. The chosen vendor will be required to provide high-quality, nutritious products that comply with USDA Child Nutrition Program standards, ensuring that meal service is consistent and uninterrupted throughout the district. The contract is issued by the Board of Education-Food Services in Meriden, Connecticut, under the solicitation number RFP 026-41, with proposals due by February 25, 2026. Meriden Public Schools aims to collaborate closely with the selected vendor to maintain performance and menu consistency across all school sites. This partnership is critical for sustaining the district's commitment to offering healthy and appealing meals in a safe cafeteria environment, supporting the well-being and academic success of its diverse student population.