Catered Meals
ID: M-25-A31-R-000395Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFUS MARSHALS SERVICEPROCUREMENT DIVISION, OSSLANDOVER, MD, 20785, USA

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Caterers (722320)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Justice, specifically the United States Marshals Service (USMS), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide catered meals for a training event at the Louisiana National Guard Training Center in Pineville, Louisiana, from September 6 to September 11, 2025. The contractor will be responsible for preparing and serving approximately 900 meals and 600 snacks over six days for around 50 attendees, ensuring compliance with food quality and nutritional standards. This procurement is critical for maintaining the operational readiness of Special Operations Group members during their training, emphasizing the importance of high-quality food service in government training programs. Interested vendors must submit their proposals, including a draft menu and proof of insurance, by the specified deadlines in August 2025, and can direct inquiries to Christopher Jones at christopher.jones10@usdoj.gov or Julie Simpson at julie.simpson@usdoj.gov.

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    The document outlines the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and various United States Marshals Service (USMS) clauses relevant to government contracting, specifically for small businesses. Key clauses address payment acceleration for small businesses, required certifications related to tax liabilities and felony convictions, confidentiality agreements, contract closeout processes, and the roles of contracting officers and representatives. It emphasizes the importance of electronic invoicing through the U.S. Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform, privacy requirements, and personnel security mandates. The document serves as a crucial reference for contractors engaged with the Department of Justice, ensuring compliance with regulations designed to protect both the government’s interests and contractor rights. Furthermore, it highlights the need to safeguard sensitive information, maintain budgetary discipline, and manage contractual obligations carefully. Overall, this document reflects the structured approach to federal grants and RFPs, underpinning the formalities contractors must adhere to within the federal procurement landscape.
    The document outlines the food service requirements for a contract period from September 6 to September 11, 2025. It specifies the provision of meals categorized into breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, with corresponding quantities and unit prices. Specifically, the request details a total of 300 each for breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals, and 600 snacks, contributing to a total contract cost that reflects these meal quantities. This request is part of a federal procurement process aimed at securing food services for a specific duration. It emphasizes the importance of proper meal provision in alignment with government contract standards. This document is essential for potential vendors seeking to fulfill the government’s food service needs during the specified period.
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a service contract for providing prepared meals to the United States Marshals Service Special Operations Group (SOG) during training at the Louisiana National Guard Training Center in Pineville, LA. The contractor is responsible for all personnel, food preparation, service, and cleanup, with a recommended staffing level based on class size. The contract period is from September 6 to September 11, 2025, with an estimated total of 900 meals to be served to 50 trainees. Key requirements include compliance with food specifications, maintaining hygiene standards, and adherence to installation regulations. The contractor must utilize government-furnished equipment for meal preparation and ensure high food quality meeting USDA standards. Meals must be nutritious and tailored to support the rigorous training needs, with specified calorie counts. Additionally, the document mandates background checks for contractor employees and outlines conduct and security protocols within federal settings. The contract aims to ensure that SOG members receive adequate nutrition to maintain operational readiness during multi-day training sessions, highlighting the importance of service quality, safety, and adherence to federal standards.
    The document outlines a government Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking detailed responses from companies regarding their qualifications and operational plans for providing professional food preparation services. Key questions focus on the company’s expertise in food preparation, experience with similar services, strategies for meeting specific food requirements, staffing plans, and logistics for meal service. Responses to the RFP must describe the company’s level of expertise, including relevant experience with professional organizations. Companies are also required to detail their methods for meeting specific food specifications as outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Additionally, the document includes a scenario for meal service logistics, requiring companies to articulate their plans to ensure timely service at multiple locations, including traveling between facilities with varying road conditions. The purpose of the document is to solicit comprehensive proposals that address these critical operational concerns, laying the groundwork for potential contracts related to food service provision within government contexts. This aligns with broader federal and state procurement processes aimed at ensuring efficient and effective service delivery in government programs.
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the United States Marshals Service (USMS) for catering services for a training event at the Louisiana National Guard Training Center from September 6-11, 2025. The requirement includes providing three meals and nutritious snacks each day for approximately 50 attendees, totaling 900 meals and 600 snacks over six days. The RFQ is a 100% small business set-aside, classified under NAICS code 722320, with a size standard of $9 million. Contractors must have a physical location within a 50-mile radius of Pineville, LA, and must possess an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Evaluation of proposals will prioritize experience in catering (40%), contract management (30%), and contractor performance (20%), with price as a secondary factor. Interested vendors must adhere to submission guidelines, including providing a draft menu, contractor business license, and proof of insurance. Questions and quotes are due by specific dates in August 2025, submitted electronically to designated email addresses. The document's purpose is to solicit competitive quotes while ensuring adherence to specified food quality and nutritional standards for the training participants.
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