Total budget available for this scope of work is $5000 including hotel accommodation and travel arrangement. If additional funding is requested and justified IAC will take those proposals into consideration in the entirety of the proposed work.

Type of contract: short-term contract 

Dates: September 12, 2023 to December 15 , 2023

Upon contract award, the selected chef will provide the following services: 

• Contractor shall develop a suitable menu for the event that incorporates foods, ingredients, and beverages from American Indian Foods member companies. The menu would cover a variety of dietary preferences. Recipes and cooking techniques may need to be adjusted to address food allergies. 

• Contractor and staff must be aware of and comply with current food safety laws in Nevada. 

• Contractor must agree to comply with the host facility’s rules and regulations for use of the kitchen and proper clean up. The contractor will be responsible for bussing and removal of all rental equipment, decorations, food related equipment, complete cleaning of the kitchen, and removal of all function related trash. In the event that a complete cleaning has not been made, any items of concern will be noted by the facility and may be charged to the Contractor. 

• Provide updates and communicate frequently with IAC staff. 

• Ability to coordinate with the host facility, Palms Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, to provide training to site chefs/cooks. 

• Provide a 10 minute presentation of the menu during the luncheon.

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Contractor(s) Compensation 

Compensation to the contractor shall be based on: 

• Contractor Fees: All anticipated fees and expenses associated with administration of the program must be clearly identified. Upfront costs will only be allowed for 50% of the contractor fees and all direct expenses will be reimbursement only. The remaining 50% will be paid out at the completion of the final report from the project.