Purchase of Refrigerators for County of Volusia Summer Food Service Program

The County of Volusia Community Assistance Division operates the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), providing meals to children at multiple locations throughout the County during the summer months. Certain sites require on-site refrigeration to maintain safe food-holding temperatures and ensure compliance with state and federal food-safety requirements. After evaluating long-term operational needs, the Division has determined that purchasing refrigerators is a fiscally responsible and operationally sustainable solution compared to seasonal rentals. Ownership will reduce recurring rental expenditures, ensure consistent equipment availability, and standardize refrigeration capacity across all service locations. The anticipated useful life of the refrigerators is 12-13 years, based on manufacturer specifications and comparable equipment performance.