VTARNG RTI Full Food Service AUG-OCT2024
ID: W912LN-24-Q-0026Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7N4 USPFO ACTIVITY VT ARNGCOLCHESTER, VT, 05446-3099, 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/a3366d806a7c427a8d3038c72eb35923/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense requires full food service support for Vermont Regional Training Institute's courses from August to November 2024. This is a small business set-aside contract, seeking a catering company to provide comprehensive food service solutions.

    The scope of work involves preparing, cooking, and serving meals onsite for training participants, ensuring food safety and quality. The contract is divided into three periods, with varying meal requirements:

    1. CLINs 0001-0005: 08-30 August 2024, requiring up to 1408 meals daily.
    2. CLINs 0006-0010: 05-27 September 2024, needing up to 840 meals daily.
    3. CLINs 0011-0015: 17 October - 08 November 2024, approximately 52 meals daily.

    Vendors must submit priced quotes for each line item, covering various meal types. The government plans to award a single firm-fixed price contract, prioritizing vendors who meet food service standards and submit competitive prices.

    To be eligible, applicants should possess the capabilities for onsite meal preparation and dining facility operations. Experience in catering to large groups, maintaining high food quality, and adhering to food safety regulations is essential.

    Interested parties should carefully review the attached combined synopsis and solicitation document, which provides detailed instructions for quote submission, including the evaluation criteria and key dates.

    For clarification, potential applicants can contact Donald Luby or Kathleen ONeill via email. When reaching out, please refer to solicitation number W912LN-24-Q-0026.

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    CLIN Structure for Price Quote.xlsx
    The procurement objective is centered on food catering services for a government entity, encompassing various meal options over three months. The focus is on providing a substantial number of hot breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, conveniently categorized into separate line items. The quantities range from 52 to 1408 per meal type, reflecting a significant demand. The catering company will need to demonstrate the ability to deliver high-quality meals consistently, with the potential for a long-term engagement. The scope of work involves the preparation, delivery, and likely setup of these meals at specific government locations. It's a comprehensive catering contract, covering an extensive range of dietary needs and catering to a large workforce. Contract details are not provided, but the estimated total value for the catering services across August, September, and October-November suggests a substantial budget allocation. The government entity appears to be seeking a reliable and experienced caterer, with the potential for a firm-fixed price contract. Deadlines for submission are not explicitly mentioned, but the urgency of the meal requirements implies a quick turnaround time for proposals. Evaluation criteria will likely prioritize taste, quality, logistical capabilities, and cost-effectiveness.
    Questions and Answers RTI FFS W912LN24Q0026.pdf
    The Q&A session seeks clarity on a new contract for food services. Questions revolve around whether it's a new contract and the capabilities for meal preparation and cooking on site. According to the information shared, meals can be prepared, cooked, and served within the dining facility, as outlined in section 5.4.1 of the PWS. This indicates the requirement for a comprehensive food service solution involving onsite meal preparation and dining facility operations. The Q&A timeline is also provided, specifying dates for question submission and responses.
    W912LN-24-Q-0026 CSS PWS Clause Provision and Protest procedures.docx
    The government seeks a firm to provide full food service support, including meal preparation and light cleaning, for military training courses from August to November 2024. The focus is on procuring catering services to serve specified meal counts for breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the specified period. Meal requirements are broken down into three time frames: 8-30 August, 5-27 September, and 17 October to 8 November. Vendors must propose prices for each line item, covering various meal types and quantities. The government emphasizes food safety and quality, cleanliness, and timely meal service. Key dates include questions due by 26 July and responses by 30 July 2024. The procurement method is a Request for Quotes, with evaluations based on technical capability, past performance, and price. The goal is to award a single firm-fixed price contract. Vendors must meet food service standards and comply with listed provisions and clauses, including FAR and DFARS requirements.
    W912LN-24-Q-0026 CSS PWS Clause Provision and Protest procedures.pdf
    The government seeks a firm to provide full food service support, including meal preparation and light cleaning, for military training courses from August to November 2024. The focus is on procuring catering services to serve specified meal counts for breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the specified period. Meal requirements are broken down into three time frames: 8-30 August, 5-27 September, and 17 October to 8 November. Vendors must propose prices for each line item, covering various meal types and quantities. The government emphasizes food safety and quality, cleanliness, and timely meal service. Key dates include questions due by 26 July and responses by 30 July 2024. The procurement method is a Request for Quotes, with evaluations based on technical capability, past performance, and price. The goal is to award a single firm-fixed price contract. Vendors must meet food service standards and comply with listed provisions and clauses, including FAR and DFARS requirements.
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