CATERING SERVICE FOR INMATES AND SECURITY PERSONNEL OF THE PENITENTIARY ESTABLISHMENTS OF HUARAZ - CHIMBOTE

This public tender, initiated by the National Penitentiary Institute (INPE) through its Regional Directorate of Lima, seeks to contract a comprehensive catering service. The service is specifically designated for the inmates and security personnel housed within the penitentiary establishments located in Huaraz and Chimbote. This procurement process, identified as CP SER-SM-4-2025-INPE/ORL-1, falls under the 'Public Competition for Services' contracting method, indicating a competitive bidding process for service providers. The contracting entity is INPE-DIRECCION REGIONAL LIMA, and the relevant department is Lima. The core objective is to ensure the provision of adequate, nutritious, and timely meals to the incarcerated population and the staff responsible for their security in these two key correctional facilities. Potential bidders are expected to demonstrate their capacity to manage large-scale food services, adhere to strict health and safety regulations, and meet the specific dietary requirements of the inmate population, which may include special needs or restrictions. The tender process will involve evaluating proposals based on technical and economic criteria to select a qualified provider capable of fulfilling these critical operational needs for the duration of the contract. This service is vital for maintaining order, health, and well-being within the designated penitentiary centers.

This is a services contract in the security and defense and health and medical services sectors. Located in Peru, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of PEN 15.6 million.

Published through Peru SEACE, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the security and defense sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.