LANSING, MI (WTVB) – After several years of criticism for understaffing, running out of food and a few cases of maggots near food prep areas, Michigan is terminating a three-year $145 million contract with the company that feeds state prisoners. Governor Rick Snyder’s administration said Monday that the state and Aramark Correctional Services mutually agreed to end their relationship.
Michigan fined Aramark $200,000 last year for unapproved menu substitutions, inadequate staffing and employee misconduct. There also have been maggot and rodent problems.
Snyder previously defended sticking with Aramark, saying Michigan was on pace to save $14 million a year through privatization.
Trinity Services Group will transition to becoming Michigan’s new vendor in the next two months.
“We will remain focused on moving forward,” said Gov. Rick Snyder in a statement. “Michigan will continue to realize significant cost savings from this new contract. Our departments will work tirelessly with both companies to ensure a smooth, collaborative transition as well as quality service, security and safety within the facilities during the change.”
