Pre-packaged meals for 482nd- Annual Training
ID: W912LR25Q0001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7PA USPFO ACTIVITY PR ARNGFORT BUCHANAN, PR, 00934, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Defense, through the Puerto Rico National Guard, is soliciting quotes for the provision of pre-packaged meals for the 482nd Chemical Company, with a focus on delivering nutritious options during their annual training. The contract requires the delivery of breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals to Camp Santiago in Salinas, Puerto Rico, between October 28 and November 11, 2024, adhering to strict food safety and sanitary guidelines. This procurement is critical for ensuring that military personnel receive balanced and safe meals during their training exercises. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by October 15, 2024, and can contact Maria del Mar Ruiz or Argenies Gonzalez for further information at the provided email addresses or phone numbers.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maria del Mar Ruiz ( Contract Specialist)
    787-289-1400 ext 7696
    maria.d.ruizperez.mil@army.mil
    Argenies Gonzalez (Contract Specialist)
    (787) 221-0564
    argenies.e.gonzalezgarcia.mil@army.mil
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    The document outlines a 21-day menu plan featuring a variety of meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, aimed at providing nutritional food options in federal or state-supported programs. Each day's meals include a range of items categorized under assorted condiments, breads, and specific menu items along with their respective portion sizes, calorie counts, and safe temperature requirements for delivery. The menu emphasizes food safety with Critical Control Points (CCP) indicating required cooking or serving temperatures. Central components include diverse protein sources, carbohydrates, vegetables, and fruits to ensure balanced nutrition. The structure is consistent across all specified days, reinforcing the importance of meal standardization in innovative meal service contracts or proposals, as seen in government RFPs or grants aimed at food service enhancements in institutional settings. This organized approach reflects an adherence to dietary guidelines and food safety regulations, fulfilling the government's objective of maintaining high dietary standards within public food programs.
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the Puerto Rico National Guard for the provision of prepared meals for the 482nd Chemical Company, with a closing date of October 15, 2024. It specifies a firm-fixed price contract and mandates that all offers must comply with the terms and conditions set forth in various Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The contractor must provide pre-packaged meals, including lunch, dinner, and breakfast, to be delivered at Camp Santiago, Salinas, PR, between October 28 and November 11, 2024. The requirement emphasizes adherence to local and federal sanitary guidelines and the importance of food safety during preparation and delivery. The government reserves the right to modify meal counts and adjustments based on notification. Proposals will be evaluated primarily on price and compliance with the specified requirements, and will not entertain cost increases post-solicitation. Key qualifications for bidders include registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and adherence to set criteria for small business status. In summary, the document serves to solicit bids for meal provisions reflecting the government contracts' competitive nature while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and delivery standards.
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    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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