Full Food Services, Cape May Training Center, Cape May, NJ
ID: 70Z08424RDL950007Type: Sources Sought
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDDOL-9NORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

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Food Service Contractors (722310)

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https://sam.gov/opp/040a01c178d947758f30b5601020e114/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Full Food Services at the Training Center (TRACEN) in Cape May, New Jersey. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of food service, including management, preparation, serving, and cleaning, catering primarily to military recruits from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030. This service is crucial for maintaining high food quality and sanitation standards within a military training environment, ensuring recruits receive nutritious meals during their training. Interested firms must respond to the Sources Sought Notice by September 30, 2024, providing company information and past performance references, with the applicable NAICS Code being 722310 and a size standard of $47 million. For further inquiries, contact Rosalyn Wooling at rosalyn.a.wooling@uscg.mil or Jennifer Blackwell at jennifer.blackwell@uscg.mil.

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    Draft - Final technical exhibits revised 24june24.pdf
    The document outlines historical meal data and service requirements for the Training Center from Fiscal Years 2017 to 2019, including meal service totals and specific food items required for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In FY2017, a total of 679,525 meals were served; in FY2018, this number decreased to 600,967; and in FY2019, it further declined to 499,350. The document includes detailed weekly meal counts and emphasizes that these figures are not guarantees for future service levels. Additionally, the file specifies mandatory food items for different meal types, including necessary beverages, fruit, cereals, meats, and dessert options for recruits and permanent party personnel. It addresses the equipment needs for food service and outlines housekeeping standards, detailing frequency and methods for cleaning. This comprehensive approach ensures adherence to quality standards in meal preparation and facility upkeep, highlighting the government's commitment to maintaining operational efficiency and health standards in food service settings within military training environments.
    Draft - PWS FOOD SERVICE TRACEN CAPE MAY 091224.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines full food service requirements for the U.S. Coast Guard Training Center in Cape May, New Jersey. The contractor is responsible for providing all aspects of food service, which includes management, preparation, serving, cleaning, and maintaining equipment. Services will cater primarily to military recruits, with specified periods of performance running from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030. The dining facility consists of three dining halls and offers meals for various training missions, including boxed meals for off-site consumption. Key responsibilities include maintaining high food quality, sanitation, and compliance with relevant laws. The document includes detailed operational hours, menus, and special event provisions, with a requirement for a diverse and nutritional menu cycle. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of staffing qualified personnel and outlines specific training and sanitation practices to ensure safe food handling. The contractor is also tasked with comprehensive reporting and continual assessment of service quality, with oversight from government representatives. This PWS reflects the government's commitment to ensuring efficient and safe food service for all personnel at the training center.
    Sources Sought Food Service Cape May NJ.docx
    The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to assess capabilities for providing Full Food Services at the Training Center (TRACEN) in Cape May, NJ. The contract will span a base year with four option years starting April 1, 2025. Interested firms are encouraged to respond by September 30, 2024, with details including company information, unique entity ID, and past performance references. The applicable NAICS Code is 722310, with a size standard of $47 million. Submissions should include contracts pertaining to similar services within the last five years. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required for eligibility. This notice serves solely for market research and does not signify a solicitation or obligation from the government. Responses will inform further procurement decisions and set-aside considerations. The notice emphasizes the importance of relevant experience, particularly with government organizations.
    Sources Sought Food Service Cape May NJ.pdf
    The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to assess capabilities for providing Full Food Services at the Training Center (TRACEN) in Cape May, NJ. The contract will span a base year with four option years starting April 1, 2025. Interested firms are encouraged to respond by September 30, 2024, with details including company information, unique entity ID, and past performance references. The applicable NAICS Code is 722310, with a size standard of $47 million. Submissions should include contracts pertaining to similar services within the last five years. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required for eligibility. This notice serves solely for market research and does not signify a solicitation or obligation from the government. Responses will inform further procurement decisions and set-aside considerations. The notice emphasizes the importance of relevant experience, particularly with government organizations.
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