Ft. Meade OCS Meals
ID: W912MM-25-Q-A009Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7N0 USPFO ACTIVITY SD ARNGRAPID CITY, SD, 57702-8170, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9efcdeff4462404189207fd25b10964d/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified contractors to provide meal services for the Officer Candidate School (OCS) at Fort Meade, South Dakota. The procurement involves preparing and serving three meals per day from May 31, 2025, to July 25, 2025, with options for extensions through 2027, totaling an estimated contract value of approximately $47 million for over 21,000 meals. This contract is crucial for supporting the training of officer candidates and ensuring compliance with the Service Contract Act, including labor standards and minimum wage requirements. Interested small businesses, particularly women-owned small businesses, must submit their offers by the specified deadlines, and can contact Andrew Kennedy at andrew.j.kennedy16.civ@army.mil or Corey Hooper at corey.s.hooper.civ@army.mil for further information.

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    Solicitation - W912MM25QA009.pdf
    The document outlines a Solicitation/Contract for Commercial Products and Services specifically targeting women-owned small businesses (WOSB). It details the requirements for meal services at Fort Meade’s Regional Training Institute during the Officer Candidate School from May 31, 2025, through July 25, 2025, with options extending through 2027. The total estimated value of the contract is approximately $47 million, covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and sack lunch provisions for a cumulative total of over 21,000 meals. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with the Service Contract Act, including minimum wage requirements and applicable labor standards. It also mandates adherence to various government contracting clauses related to subcontracts, payment processing, and ethical business practices. The document contains timelines for the submission of offers, evaluations, and the contract execution, reinforcing the importance of adherence to specified Department of Labor wage determinations and regulations impacting contractors. Overall, this solicitation reflects the government’s profound commitment to inclusivity, compliance, and high-quality service delivery.
    Solicitation Amendment W912MM25QA0090001 SF 30.pdf
    The document outlines the amendments and key details associated with the solicitation W912MM-25-Q-A009 for providing meals at Fort Meade for the OCS program. It extends the deadline for offer submissions and specifies the procedure for acknowledging receipt of the amendment. A critical component is the summary of site visit meetings held with contractors, detailing specifications such as meal service requirements, quality control plans, and compliance with installation security protocols. The contractor is tasked with preparing three meals per day during the period of May 31 to July 25, 2025, with guaranteed minimums and adjustments coordinated through the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Additional stipulations include meal portion sizes, serving practices, and facilities available at the dining facility (DFAC). The evaluation criteria for contractor submissions include technical acceptability, past performance, and price, emphasizing the need for thoroughness in the offer documentation. Overall, the document reflects the government’s structured approach to procure catering services, ensuring that contractors understand the specific requirements and provisions outlined for effective service delivery.
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