The purpose of this contract is to drive the highest savings possible for public agencies, which addresses product cost, distribution mark-up and program incentives through:

• Contracted products
• High-value contract opportunities for a comprehensive portfolio of food service products, distribution and services
• Price protection, predictability and transparency
• National distribution agreement
• Cost-plus fixed fee per case program (K-12 only)
• Cost-plus pricing (public sector)
• Dedicated people and resources
• Program and service initiatives including stocking, fill rates, minimum delivery fees and performance incentives
• Operational support
• Professional support and consulting
• Culinary and menu support
• Compliant and customized menus and recipes
• Cost control
• Ordering technology, support and training
• Customized and timely reporting
• Order guide management
• Time and event scheduling
• Inventory management
• Education and training
• Networking
• Member engagement, collaboration and communities
• Continuing education and professional development

This is a convenience contract for state agencies, departments, institutions, universities, community colleges, and non-mandatory entities, including schools and local government.

Contract Administrator P&C: Grant Braley

Telephone Number: 919-807-4519

e-Procurement Status: Loaded