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Mayor Mamdani Approves $75 Million Contract for Grocery Delivery Despite Unpaid Bills

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration has approved a $75 million contract with the grocery delivery service Mercato, despite reports that the company owes over $1 million to New York City supermarkets. Store owners have expressed concerns about unpaid bills affecting their operations, while the city's health department claims all invoices have been paid on time. The contract is currently under review by the city Comptroller's Office.

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Zohran Mamdani Anthony Diaz Jorge Guillen Bobby Brannigan Anthony Peña

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration has approved a $75 million contract with the grocery delivery service Mercato, despite reports that the company owes over $1 million to New York City supermarkets. Store owners have expressed concerns about unpaid bills affecting their operations, while the city's health department claims all invoices have been paid on time. The contract is currently under review by the city Comptroller's Office.

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Mamdani OKs $75M grocery deal with delivery company — despite complaints it owes NYC supermarkets ‘at least $1M’ in unpaid bills

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Mayor Mamdani Approves $75 Million Contract for Grocery Delivery Despite Unpaid Bills