School Lunch Program

The Ministry of Education and Child Care, under the Government of Canada, is issuing a Negotiated Request for Proposals to secure up to two service providers to deliver a School Lunch Program beginning September 1, 2026, and running through June 30, 2029, with the option to extend the contract for up to four additional years in one- or two-year increments upon written notice provided at least 90 days before any extension period. Proposals must be submitted by June 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST, and the solicitation is open to qualified proponents who can demonstrate the capacity to meet the District’s nutritional and operational needs, with the possibility of awarding multiple contracts if a single provider cannot fulfill the required scope. The program is critical to supporting student well-being and is governed under solicitation number BC229146, with Nathan Hearts serving as the primary point of contact for all inquiries and submissions.