Full Food Services at USCG Sector Corpus Christi, TX
ID: 70Z08426QAA850100Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDLOG-9NORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/c239b9aafae34a09b53ac5acd9e7ee81/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the United States Coast Guard (USCG), is seeking qualified contractors to provide full food services at USCG Sector Corpus Christi, Texas. The procurement requires the contractor to manage all aspects of food service, including meal preparation, facility management, cleaning, and quality control, while adhering to federal, state, and local health regulations. This contract is vital for ensuring the nutritional needs of USCG personnel are met, with services extending from May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2031, including a base period and four option years. Interested parties must submit their quotes by December 30, 2025, and may contact Bahar Cabrera at bahar.cabrera@uscg.mil for further inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bahar Cabrera
    bahar.cabrera@uscg.mil
    Luis Torres
    luis.j.torres@uscg.mil
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    Attachment 1 Schedule of Services and Unit Prices.xlsx
    The USCG Sector Corpus Christi has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ# 70Z08426QAA850100 and 70Z08425QAA853900) for full food services. The solicitation outlines a base period from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, followed by four one-year option periods, extending the potential service through April 30, 2031. The services required include full food services, linen services, and grease removal, with specific quantities listed monthly. The document details the pricing schedule for each period, including a base period phase-in and separate line items for full food services, linen services, and grease removal across all periods.
    Attachment 2 Past Performance Questionnaire.docx
    The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christy Full Food Service Contract 70Z08426QAA850100 requires a Past Performance Questionnaire. This document evaluates contractor performance across various aspects, including management, personnel, quality control, problem-solving, scheduling, financial responsibility, and cooperation with government personnel. It uses a rating scale of Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, and Unsatisfactory, with narrative explanations required for 'Unsatisfactory' ratings. The questionnaire also asks about cure/show cause notices, willingness to award future contracts, and CPARS ratings. Responses are to be emailed to Bahar Cabrera at Bahar.Cabrera@uscg.mil.
    Attachment 3 SOW Corpus Christi.pdf
    The U.S. Coast Guard Office of Procurement and Contracting is seeking full food services for USCG Sector Corpus Christi, TX. This contract, with a base period from May 2026 to April 2027 and four option years, requires the contractor to provide all food, personnel, management, and supplies for continuous, safe, and efficient dining operations. Key responsibilities include meal preparation, facility management, cleaning, cashier services, and quality control, adhering to nutritional needs and specific menu requirements for breakfast, lunch, and special events. The contractor must comply with all federal, state, and local laws, health, and safety regulations, including ServSafe and OSHA standards. Key personnel, such as a Project Manager and Chef Manager, must meet specific experience and certification requirements. The contractor is responsible for providing most supplies, while the government furnishes facilities, major equipment, and utilities. A comprehensive Quality Control Plan, including detailed procedures for food preparation, sanitation, cash handling, and waste management, is mandatory to ensure high-quality service and accountability.
    RFQ 70Z08426QAA850100 Final.pdf
    The United States Coast Guard (USCG), Operational Logistics Command, is soliciting bids for Full Food Services at USCG Sector Corpus Christi, TX, under RFQ# 70Z08426QAA850100. This is a small business set-aside, but the Randolph-Sheppard Act grants priority to blind vendors represented by State Licensing Agencies if their proposals are competitive. The contract is a firm-fixed-price with a one-month phase-in, an eleven-month base period, and four one-year option periods, running from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2031. Key dates include an optional site visit on December 10, 2025, questions due by December 12, 2025, and quotes due by December 30, 2025, all by 12:00 PM ET. The solicitation outlines various FAR clauses related to whistleblower rights, executive compensation, subcontracting limitations, waste reduction, sustainable products, excess food donation, protest procedures, and security prohibitions (e.g., covered telecommunications equipment, Kaspersky Lab products, TikTok, and certain unmanned aircraft systems). Contractors must use the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for electronic invoicing and comply with all listed attachments for requirements.
    TECHNICAL EXHIBITS.pdf
    This document outlines the comprehensive food service requirements for the USCG Sector Corpus Christi Galley, covering meal provisions, quality control, and operational procedures. It details specific menus for lunch, dinner, and breakfast, emphasizing variety, nutritional balance, and ethnic meal options. The document also specifies serving sizes, protocols for handling leftovers, and requirements for boxed meals for duty standers. Key operational aspects include a detailed cleaning schedule for galley equipment, a list of government-furnished equipment, and office furniture. The document also includes forms for inspection and meal sign-ins, outlines suitable backup meal items, and defines quality control processes to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
    WD 2015 5225 Rev 28.pdf
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