Vending Management Services

The Iowa Department of Corrections is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive vending management services across its nine prison facilities. These vending operations must serve visitors, approximately 8,300 offenders, and around 2,500 employees. The agency requires accessible vending machines that utilize Microtronic card readers on all units. The selected vendor must promote healthy food and beverage choices while ensuring all vending areas remain clean and sanitary. The project scope demands a quick and well-organized vending installation plan to minimize disruption at the facilities. The agency is establishing a contract period of one year for these services. Eligibility is restricted to onshore organizations based in the United States. The agency expects the performance of the management work to occur offsite. Bidders must submit their proposals digitally via email or through the designated online portal, and the agency is currently looking for proposals to determine the budget.