Pre-packaged meals for 1011th ENG Co
ID: W912LR25Q0005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7PA USPFO ACTIVITY PR ARNGFORT BUCHANAN, PR, 00934, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Defense, through the USPFO Activity Puerto Rico, is seeking quotes from qualified small businesses for the provision of pre-packaged meals for the 1011th Engineering Company of the Army National Guard. The procurement involves delivering a total of 1,184 dinner and 1,184 breakfast meals at Camp Santiago, Salinas, Puerto Rico, from November 9 to November 17, 2024, with strict adherence to delivery times and food safety standards. This initiative underscores the importance of providing nutritious meals to military personnel while ensuring compliance with federal and local culinary regulations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by the specified deadline and ensure they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for contract award; inquiries can be directed to Contract Specialists Maria del Mar Ruiz and Argenies Gonzalez via their provided emails.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maria del Mar Ruiz ( Contract Specialist)
    maria.d.ruizperez.mil@army.mil
    Argenies Gonzalez (Contract Specialist)
    argenies.e.gonzalezgarcia.mil@army.mil
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    The document presents a comprehensive 21-day menu plan for a food service program, detailing a variety of meals across different days. Each day includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, specifying items like scrambled eggs, beef stew, oven-baked chicken, and assorted breads and condiments. Each menu item includes measurements, caloric content, critical control points (CCP) for food safety, and recommended delivery temperatures, ensuring that meals meet nutritional and safety standards. The primary purpose of this document is to provide structured meal planning that adheres to specific dietary guidelines, likely in response to federal or state RFPs related to food services, particularly in institutional settings. This systematic approach emphasizes the importance of nutritional adequacy and food safety protocols, crucial for maintaining health standards in facilities where meals are served. By outlining these menus with detailed specifications, the document supports adherence to compliance for government-funded food programs.
    This document outlines the requirements for preparing and delivering prepackaged meals to the Army National Guard Unit – 1011th ENG CO at Camp Santiago, Salinas, Puerto Rico, from November 9 to November 17, 2024. The solicitation specifies that the contractor must deliver 1,184 dinners and 1,184 breakfasts, adhering to strict delivery times: dinner by 5:15 PM and breakfast by 6:15 AM. The contractor must ensure meal temperatures meet safety standards upon delivery, comply with sanitation regulations, and provide adequate equipment for serving. Additionally, there are provisions for minor adjustments to meal quantities and delivery timings. Key quality requirements dictate the use of USDA-graded food items, and the vendor must ensure compliance with local and federal culinary standards. The meals must include necessary utensils and condiments, and delivery should occur in sanitized vehicles. The document also designates points of contact for inspections and acceptance of delivered meals. Overall, this Request for Proposal (RFP) emphasizes food safety, quality, and timely service to meet the dietary needs of military personnel.
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the USPFO Puerto Rico for the provision of prepared meals for the 1011th Engineering Company of the Army National Guard. The solicitation, dated October 17, 2024, requires delivery of dinner and breakfast meals at Camp Santiago, Salinas, Puerto Rico, from November 9 to November 17, 2024. The contract will be awarded to a small business, emphasizing compliance with all solicitation requirements, including tax considerations and registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Two primary meal packages are specified: 1,184 prepared dinner meals (148 per day) and 1,184 breakfast meals (148 per day), to be delivered within strict timeframes. The contractor must ensure that meals are pre-packaged, comply with hygiene standards, and maintain specific temperature ranges during delivery. The awarding process will focus on timeliness, compliance with solicitation terms, and lowest cost meeting technical criteria. A detailed evaluation will assess meal quality, delivery conditions, and contractor qualifications. The document also indicates that proposals must include full pricing without lump sums and outlines conditions for inspection and acceptance of the delivered meals. This RFQ reflects the government's commitment to providing quality sustenance for military personnel while adhering to procurement regulations.
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