FOOD-7784 – USA (Paterson, New Jersey) – Mobile Food Pantry and Referral Services – Deadline May 14,2024

(1) Vendor needs to provide mobile food pantry and referral services to the government authority located in Paterson, NJ.  – Provide a mobile food pantry supporting food distribution to residents and referral/support for temporary assistance services across the county.– Including funding availability, target population, and specific services to be provided.– Mobile Food Pantry Food Distribution:– Provided with a 2023 Ford Transit Cargo Van under a no–cost lease agreement that authorizes the selected agency to use the vehicle only for the provision of the contracted services.– The food distribution through the mobile pantry will be expected to:• In collaboration, develop a specified route and schedule that enables the provider agency to meet the needs of the target population across all municipalities.• Schedule distribution points throughout the county and ensure that every municipality has at least one mobile pantry day per month, larger municipalities, and those without access to other food pantry services may be scheduled more frequently.– Referral and Support for Temporary Assistance:– Provide referral and support for temporary assistance services for the families served.– Provider will assist individuals and families with the application process for services and provide information and referrals for services.(2) A pre–bid meeting will be held on May 6th, 2024.