Sealed Bids for Sheriff's Department Project Due December 1, 2025

The contract involves a procurement process initiated by the Board of Supervisors of Amite County, Mississippi, on behalf of its Sheriff's Department, to secure a service provider for prisoner feeding at the Amite County Jail for the year commencing January 1, 2026, and concluding December 31, 2026. Bids must be sealed and submitted in person at the Amite County Courthouse in Liberty, MS, by 9:00 a.m. on December 1, 2025. The scope of work requires the contractor to prepare and deliver three nutritious, well-balanced meals daily—two hot and one cold—prepared onsite in the Sheriff's Department kitchen, with payments made monthly based on the agreed price per meal. The contract is expected to be awarded to the lowest and best bid, emphasizing cost-effectiveness while ensuring meal quality and compliance with Mississippi regulations. The solicitation does not incorporate federal FAR clauses or standard federal contract clauses, reflecting a local/state procurement approach. It lacks detailed evaluation criteria, set-aside provisions, or socioeconomic certifications, indicating an open competition under NAICS code 561320. The performance period is fixed, with no options or renewal clauses specified. The contract emphasizes operational requirements, including meal preparation standards, compliance with state laws, and timely delivery, but does not specify packaging, inspection procedures, or detailed contractual clauses beyond basic logistical instructions. Overall, the procurement aims to ensure reliable inmate meal services through a straightforward, low-bid process, with clear performance expectations and administrative procedures for bid submission and contract administration.