MSG Cook Services
ID: 19DA2026Q0002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY COPENHAGENWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ca1374745f79404db57482ee117307cf/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen, is soliciting quotations for MSG Cook Services under Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19DA2026Q0002. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing daily cooking and serving of three meals for approximately seven Marines at the Marine Security Guard Detachment Residence, starting February 1, 2026, for a base period of 12 months with an option for an additional year. This service is critical for maintaining the operational readiness and morale of the Marines stationed at the embassy. Interested vendors must submit their electronic quotations by January 8, 2026, and ensure compliance with local regulations, including obtaining necessary licenses and permits to operate in Denmark. For further inquiries, contact Ryan D. Young or Ulrika C. Madsen at CopenhagenContracts@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ryan D. Young
    CopenhagenContracts@state.gov
    Ulrika C. Madsen
    CopenhagenContracts@state.gov
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    19DA2026Q0002_Cover letter_MSG Cook Services.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark, issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19DA2026Q0002 for MSG Cook Services on December 4, 2025. The U.S. Government intends to award a contract to the responsible company with the lowest acceptable price. Bidders must possess necessary licenses and permits to operate in Denmark, including a CVR number for tax obligations. A pre-quotation conference is scheduled for December 12, 2025, at 13:00 local time; participants must RSVP by December 10, 2025, at 12:00 local time. Electronic quotations, with the subject “19DA2026Q0002 MSG Cook Services,” are due by January 8, 2026, at 12:00 local time to CopenhagenContracts@state.gov. Submissions should be in MS-Word, MS-Excel, or Adobe Acrobat format, not exceeding 30MB per email. Questions must be submitted in writing by December 12, 2025, at 17:00 local time. Required submission documents include a completed SF-1449, Section I Pricing, Section 5 Representations and Certifications, additional information as required in Section 3, and proof of SAM Registration. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to submission, as failure to do so may result in disqualification. Quotes must remain valid for 90 days, and funding is not yet available for this solicitation.
    19DA2026Q0002_MSG Cook Services Solicitation.pdf
    This government Request for Quotation (RFQ) 19DA2026Q0002 seeks proposals for food services at the U.S. Embassy Copenhagen Marine Security Guard Detachment Residence. The contractor will provide daily cooking and serving of three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for approximately seven Marines, Monday through Friday, from February 1, 2026, for a 12-month base period with one one-year option. The services include meal preparation based on an approved menu, kitchen cleaning, dishwashing, grocery list preparation, and proper food storage. The U.S. Embassy will provide kitchen equipment, utilities, and purchase food separately. Key personnel include an MSG Detachment Cook with a minimum of three years of experience. The contractor must adhere to strict security, conduct, and safety standards, including background checks for all employees and compliance with various FAR and DOSAR clauses. Insurance requirements, including general liability and Defense Base Act insurance (if applicable), are mandatory. The contractor is responsible for quality control, developing a quality control plan, and ensuring compliance with food safety and health standards.
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