SCARNG Catered Meals ISO 1-151st FY26 AT McEntire JNGB
ID: W912QG26QA004Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NZ USPFO ACTIVITY SC ARNGCOLUMBIA, SC, 29201-4763, USA

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/d20da6e092ac471fadbd12f1fd2cbc96/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the South Carolina Army National Guard (SCARNG), is soliciting proposals from qualified small businesses to provide hot catered meals for the 1-151st Annual Training event scheduled from February 20 to March 5, 2026. The contract, valued at up to $9 million, requires the delivery of breakfast, lunch, and dinner to multiple locations in South Carolina, including McEntire JNGB and North Aux Airfield, while adhering to strict food safety regulations set by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture. Interested vendors must ensure compliance with federal regulations for small business set-asides and submit their quotes, along with required documentation, to the primary contact, Kevin Esber, at kevin.j.esber.mil@army.mil by the specified deadlines, with all submissions due by January 8, 2025, for past performance questionnaires.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kevin Esber
    kevin.j.esber.mil@army.mil
    Files
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    Approved FY25 SCARNG 14 Day Menu.pdf
    CATERED MEAL FEEDING SCHEDULE FEB 2026-SIGNED_Redacted.pdf
    Past_Performance_Questionnaire .docx
    The Past Performance Questionnaire (W912QG26QA004) is a critical document for evaluating contractor performance in federal source selections by the South Carolina Army National Guard. It collects detailed information on an offeror's past contracts, including identification, customer details, and evaluator information. The questionnaire assesses performance across various elements like program management, mobilization, quality of service, schedule, staffing, and cost, using a rating scale from Exceptional to Unsatisfactory. Evaluators must provide narrative explanations for their ratings and disclose any contract terminations. The document emphasizes the importance of timely and accurate responses to inform the source selection process, with completed questionnaires to be sent directly to kevin.j.esber.mil@army.mil by January 8, 2025, 1300hrs (ET).
    SCDA Out of State Catering Reciprocity Request Form.pdf
    The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) requires out-of-state catering operations from adjacent states to complete a Catering Reciprocity Request Form (CPD Form #2107) to operate within South Carolina. To be authorized, catering operators must possess a valid food establishment permit in their state of origin and adhere to South Carolina's Regulation 61-25, Retail Food Establishments. The form requires detailed information on the retail food establishment, including its name, address, contact details, permit holder(s), and local regulatory authority information. Applicants must submit copies of their current permit, previous year's inspection reports, and a Certified Food Protection Manager or Food Handler's Certificate. Additionally, the form requests operational details such as locations, dates, hours, estimated attendees, a menu, and a list of hot and cold holding equipment. The owner/person in charge must attest to the accuracy of the information and compliance with SCDA regulations. The SCDA reviews requests for authorization or denial, documenting the decision internally. This process ensures out-of-state caterers meet South Carolina's food safety standards, aligning with state regulatory compliance for food service operations.
    SCDA Out of State Mobile Food Unit Reciprocity Form.pdf
    The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) uses CPD Form #2109, the Mobile Food Unit Reciprocity Request Form, to authorize mobile food units (MFUs) from adjacent states to operate within South Carolina. MFUs, which include food trucks and pushcarts, must possess a valid food establishment permit from their state of origin and adhere to South Carolina's Regulation 61-25, Retail Food Establishments. The form requires detailed information about the MFU, its commissary, operational locations, menu, and hot/cold holding equipment. Applicants must provide copies of their permit, inspection reports from the previous calendar year, certified food protection manager or food handler certificates, and photos of the unit. The SCDA reviews these requests for authorization, ensuring compliance with state regulations. This document streamlines the process for out-of-state MFUs seeking to operate in South Carolina.
    Solicitation - W912QG26QA004.pdf
    This government solicitation, W912QG26QA004, is an RFP for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide catered meals for the 1-151st AB Annual Training in FY26. The contract, valued at up to $9,000,000.00, requires hot catered breakfast, lunch, and dinner to be delivered to multiple locations in South Carolina between February 20 and March 5, 2026. Key clauses include limitations on subcontracting, requiring prime contractors to perform a significant portion of the work, and detailed instructions for electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). The solicitation also incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses concerning unique item identification, safeguarding covered defense information, and other contractor responsibilities. This acquisition emphasizes compliance with federal regulations for small business set-asides and outlines specific delivery and payment protocols.
    Statement of Work Catered Meals.docx
    The South Carolina Army National Guard (SCARNG) is seeking a contractor to provide hot catered meals for its Annual Training event from February 20, 2026, to March 5, 2026. The contractor will supply hot catered breakfasts, lunches, and dinners to various SC locations, including McEntire JNGB, North Aux Airfield, and Weston Lake. Key requirements include strict adherence to South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) food safety regulations, including obtaining a Grade
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