Baltimore MEPS Noon Meals
ID: W9124D25QA024Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, 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/opp/ae23fe751e04444ca7b408a1a72c4839/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is soliciting proposals for the provision of noon meals at the Baltimore Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contractor will be responsible for preparing and delivering boxed meals that meet stringent sanitation and food safety standards, with services required on weekdays and up to 28 Saturdays per year, along with potential additional meals on mission days. This contract is crucial for supporting the nutritional needs of Armed Forces applicants, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while promoting economic diversity by being set aside for small businesses, including Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). Interested contractors can reach out to Scott E. Vogt at scott.e.vogt4.civ@army.mil or John Haarala at John.haarala3.civ@army.mil for further details.

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    IB08 Solicitation W9124D25QA024 Baltimore NM.pdf
    The document serves as a solicitation for commercial products and services specifically aimed at Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and includes various essential details for potential contractors. It outlines the requisition number, contract number, solicitation issues, and key personnel contacts. The primary focus is on government contracts within specified economic categories, including economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (EDWOSB) and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). It further elaborates on the quantity, pricing, and total award amount for the services required, emphasizing the requirement for contractors to comply with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The submission timelines and modes (like RFQ, IFB, RFP) are clearly indicated, alongside instructions for invoicing and signature requirements from both contractors and contracting officers. This solicitation exemplifies the government's initiative to support small businesses, particularly those owned by women and veterans, in securing federal contracts and enhancing economic diversity within government procurement processes.
    PWS-Baltimore Noon Meals.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing noon meals to Armed Forces applicants at the Baltimore Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contractor must supply boxed meals prepared in a licensed facility, maintaining high sanitation standards as mandated by Army regulations. The contractor is responsible for meal preparation, service, and adherence to food safety guidelines, including inspections by military personnel. Services are required during weekdays and up to 28 Saturdays a year, with a potential need for additional meals on mission days. Each boxed meal includes specific items such as sandwiches, chips, and beverages, and must be delivered from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The government will furnish the dining area, while the contractor must provide all necessary food and equipment, ensuring compliance with health standards. This contract emphasizes the importance of sanitation, timely service, and the nutritional needs of military applicants while adhering to federal procurement regulations.
    PWS - Baltimore Noon Meals.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing boxed lunch meals to Armed Forces applicants at the Baltimore Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contractor must deliver meals from a licensed facility, ensuring compliance with hygiene and food safety standards, as verified by appropriate inspections. Meals will be served primarily on weekdays, with additional service on certain Saturdays and during "mission days," when extended hours processing occurs. Contractor obligations include maintaining a clean dining area, managing waste, and transporting food safely. Specific meal contents are detailed, including various sandwiches, beverages, and condiments. The contractor will be responsible for acquiring necessary training for their employees related to security and safety procedures before gaining access to military installations. The document reveals that the government will furnish certain property but does not intend to make alterations to existing facilities. Compliance with local health regulations and providing sanitary food from approved sources is critical. This PWS reflects standard government contracting practices related to logistics, food service provisions, and maintaining operational standards within military environments, illustrating the federal government's structured approach to ensuring quality meal services for personnel. Overall, this RFP emphasizes the meticulous planning and regulatory compliance required in federal contracts involving food services at military installations.
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