FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES FOR INSURED PATIENTS, BENEFICIARIES, AND ELIGIBLE STAFF WORKING IN THE ANCASH ASSISTANCE NETWORK, FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS.

This tender seeks to contract comprehensive food and nutrition services for insured patients, their beneficiaries, and eligible staff employed within the Ancash Assistance Network. The contract duration is stipulated for 36 months. The contracting entity is the Peruvian Social Health Insurance (SEGURO SOCIAL DE SALUD - ESSALUD), a prominent public healthcare provider in Peru. The procurement process is being managed from the Lima department. This public tender, identified by the reference number CP-SM-7-2025-ESSALUD/RAAN-1, is being conducted through a Public Competition method, indicating a competitive bidding process. The core objective is to ensure the provision of adequate, nutritious, and safe food services, adhering to established dietary guidelines and quality standards, to support the health and well-being of patients and the operational efficiency of the healthcare personnel within the specified network. Potential bidders are expected to demonstrate their capacity to manage large-scale catering operations, maintain high hygiene standards, and provide diverse meal options tailored to the specific nutritional needs of different patient groups and staff. The scope of services likely includes meal preparation, delivery, and potentially nutritional counseling support, all within the Ancash region. This initiative underscores ESSALUD's commitment to enhancing patient care and supporting its workforce through essential nutritional provisions.

This is a services contract in the health and medical services, information and communication technology and finance and banking sectors. Located in Peru, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of PEN 12.6 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 health and medical services 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.