Feb 22 Yellow Ribbon Venue and Support
ID: W911YP25RA003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7N3 USPFO ACTIVITY UT ARNGDRAPER, UT, 84020-2000, USA

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Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110)

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF CONFERENCE SPACE AND FACILITIES (X1AB)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Utah Army National Guard, is seeking proposals for the Yellow Ribbon event venue and support services scheduled for February 22, 2025. The procurement includes requirements for an event space accommodating up to 650 attendees, catering services, parking for 375 vehicles, and lodging for family members traveling from over 150 miles. This event is crucial for supporting service members and their families during reintegration, emphasizing the need for comprehensive logistical planning and compliance with federal regulations. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals by 9:00 AM MST on January 20, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Mr. Otha Henderson at otha.b.henderson.civ@army.mil.

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    The Utah National Guard's Joint Force Headquarters issued a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade's Yellow Ribbon Post-Deployment event scheduled for February 22, 2025. This PWS outlines the requirements for the event, including venue, catering, parking, and lodging within a 50-mile radius of Camp Williams, UT. Key requirements include: - Event space for up to 650 attendees, with designated areas for vendor booths and breakout sessions, each equipped with necessary audiovisual equipment. - Catering for lunch and morning refreshments, detailing dietary options to accommodate all participants. - Parking space for 375 vehicles, with clarity on costs and location in relation to the venue. - Lodging for family members traveling from over 150 miles away, requiring 65 double occupancy rooms at or near per diem rates. The document emphasizes the importance of proximity to Camp Williams to minimize travel needs for attendees and associated costs. Vendors must provide an itemized proposal including venue details, logistics, and expected costs for services.
    The document outlines requirements related to childcare accommodations for an event, emphasizing the necessity for onsite licensed childcare services. The vendor is expected to provide three rooms, each accommodating 50 children and equipped with tables and chairs. It specifies that no snacks are mandated, although parents will retrieve children for meals. The total childcare breakdown includes 160 children, with an age distribution that leans towards younger children, although exact age divisions are not feasible at this stage. Background checks for vendor staff are the vendor's responsibility; no specific government-provided forms are available, but adequate documentation of the screening process is required. Overall, the file illustrates the logistical planning and compliance necessary for vendor participation in federally funded events, highlighting the importance of meeting childcare regulations and safety standards while allowing for vendor discretion in staffing decisions.
    The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) solicitation is for a contract to provide services for a Yellow Ribbon Reintegration event scheduled on February 22, 2025, within a 50-mile radius of Camp Williams, Utah. Key requirements include venue arrangement for up to 650 attendees, encompassing spaces for catering, vendor booths, breakout sessions, and activities for children. Catering services for lunch and refreshments are also needed, with adherence to dietary preferences. Additionally, lodging for family members traveling over 150 miles and parking for 375 vehicles must be organized. The bidding process emphasizes a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable evaluation criterion. Submission details require various documentation and compliance with federal regulations, including sustainability and payment provisions. This RFP underscores the government's aim to engage WOSB entities in fulfilling procurement needs while adhering to specific performance and compliance standards.
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