Congregate Food Programs Grant

Passaic County is seeking qualified organizations to provide congregate feeding services for eligible county residents under a Community Services Block Grant-funded program, with an estimated annual allocation of $32,586.74.

Passaic County > Department of Human Services


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Sep 16, 2026 04:09 PM
$32,586.74
1 year base + 4 × 1 year options
Minority-Owned BusinessWoman-Owned Business
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bids@passaiccountynj.org
+19732473300
495 River Street, Paterson, NJ, USA
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County of Passaic - Division of Purchasing, Passaic County Procurement Center, 495 River Street, 2nd Floor, Paterson, New Jersey 07524
Description

Passaic County is soliciting qualified organizations to provide prepared congregate meals for individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and meet applicable income eligibility requirements, generally within 200% of the federal poverty level. Each meal recipient must complete the Presumptive Eligibility Form and be entered into empowOR. The cost per meal may not exceed $5.34, inclusive of operational and administrative costs. Preference will be given to entities providing services at least five days per week and to one entity serving the upper Passaic County municipalities. The estimated annual allocation for the congregate feeding program is $32,586.74, subject to funding availability, and the County may order services on an as-needed, open-end basis. Applicants must demonstrate relevant experience, expertise, and resources; comply with New Jersey health regulations, including N.J.A.C. 8:24; and submit proof of a current satisfactory health inspection. Required proposal materials include the Application Package, Annex B-2 budget, table of organization, board of directors list, applicable job descriptions and resumes, supporting memoranda of understanding, and required certifications and forms. The initial contract begins upon award and ends September 30, 2027, with four one-year renewal options contingent on funding and performance. Subcontracting requires prior written County permission.

Classification Codes
NAICS624210Community Food Services
PSCS203Food Services
Smart Codes
congregate meal servicesfood program administrationcommunity nutrition services
Specifications
Service
Requirements
Required
  • Workers' Compensation — $100,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation — $300,000.00
  • General Liability Insurance — $1,000,000.00
  • Property Damage Liability Insurance — $500,000.00
  • Business Automobile Liability Insurance — $250,000.00
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
No
Location
Local Preference:Local Preference
Documents
TitleDate Posted
rfp0821266Aug 21, 2026 12:55 PM
rfp09162615Sep 16, 2026 04:09 PM
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