Inmate Food Service and Officer Dining Room Services

The McHenry County Sheriff's Office in Woodstock, Illinois is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive inmate food services and officer dining room services. The agency requires a food service program that delivers nutritious, varied, and well-portioned meals to both populations. This initiative aims to ensure consistent dietary standards, proper caloric intake, and efficient dining operations within the correctional facility. The scope of work covers the preparation and delivery of meals according to highly specific menu guidelines. Bidders must submit menus that clearly define each food item with precise weight or volume measurements, such as ounces or cup sizes, and specify cut sizes for pan-baked items like cake or cornbread. Casseroles must meet a minimum portion weight of ten ounces, and pre-purchased items must list weights relative to reheating. The agency requires menus to provide a weekly average of 2,900 calories per day, featuring a variety of flavors, textures, temperatures, and appearances while strictly limiting fats by restricting portions of butter, margarine, salad dressing, and mayonnaise. Eligibility is restricted to onshore organizations based in the United States. The agency indicates that the performance of the work will occur offsite. While the agency has not disclosed a specific budget and is openly looking for proposals, bidders must submit all clarifying questions regarding the solicitation no later than June 29, 2026.