Prepared Meals at Marseilles Training Center
ID: PANNGB25P0000007471Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7M6 USPFO ACTIVITY IL ARNGSPRINGFIELD, IL, 62702-2399, USA

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Set Aside

SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Set-Aside (FAR 19.15) (WOSB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/548d51f501b240778050b07a49c4a282/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is soliciting proposals for the provision of prepared meals at the Marseilles Training Center in Illinois from April 25 to May 8, 2025. The contractor will be responsible for delivering and setting up breakfast and dinner for 75 personnel daily, totaling 975 meals of each type, while adhering to a specified 29-day menu plan that meets nutritional and dietary guidelines. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the health and welfare of service members during their training exercises, reflecting the military's commitment to providing balanced nutrition. Interested parties, particularly those certified as Women-Owned Small Businesses, should contact Stephanie Maley at stephanie.c.maley.civ@army.mil or Donald Piper at donald.g.piper6.mil@army.mil for further details and to submit proposals in accordance with the solicitation requirements.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Stephanie Maley
    stephanie.c.maley.civ@army.mil
    Donald Piper
    donald.g.piper6.mil@army.mil
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    Appendix 2 Army 29 Day Menu.pdf
    The document outlines a 29-day menu plan for the Illinois Army National Guard (ILARNG) for the fiscal year 2024-2025. This plan provides detailed daily meal options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including a variety of recipes, cooking methods, and portion sizes for each meal. The meals are designed to meet nutritional needs while accommodating different dietary requirements. Key dishes include items like scrambled eggs, various meats, pasta, vegetables, fruits, and desserts. The report emphasizes the structured approach to menu planning, which plays a vital role in maintaining food quality and military readiness. It serves as an essential guide for food service management within military dining facilities, reflecting a commitment to providing balanced nutrition to service members. This comprehensive menu plan may also be relevant for government RFPs or grants focused on military food services or community nutrition initiatives, showcasing standards for meal preparation and service in military settings.
    Solicitation - W91SMC25QA006.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for prepared meals to be provided by a contractor for the Illinois Army National Guard (ILARNG) during its annual training at the Marseille Training Center from April 25 to May 8, 2025. The contract specifies the delivery of breakfast and dinner for 75 personnel daily, totaling 975 meals of each type. The contractor is responsible for delivering meals, setting up serving lines, and complying with specific dietary guidelines and health regulations. It emphasizes adherence to an approved 29-day menu plan and requires meals to be prepared in a commercial kitchen equipped to meet health standards. Furthermore, the contractor must provide necessary cutlery and serving utensils, all while ensuring timely delivery and pickup of meals. The document incorporates Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses to govern the contract, and outlines payment processes, delivery schedules, and compliance with small business requirements, specifically emphasizing the set-aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses. This procurement reflects the government's commitment to supporting local businesses while ensuring the nutrition and welfare of service members during training exercises.
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