RFQ: W912LP-25-Q-4013_1133 Transportation Company_Mason City, IA_27MAY-10JUN2025
ID: W912LP-25-Q-4013Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7M8 USPFO ACTIVITY IA ARNGJOHNSTON, IA, 50131-1824, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a5dc699286db42679ceaf37e0ab12df6/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Iowa Army National Guard’s 1133 Transportation Company, is soliciting quotes for catering services to provide breakfast and dinner meals from May 27 to June 10, 2025, at Camp Dodge Training Center in Johnston, Iowa. The contractor will be responsible for delivering a total of 681 meals for each meal service, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and maintaining appropriate serving temperatures, while the government will provide serving tables but not cooking equipment. This procurement is crucial for supporting the training event of the National Guard, emphasizing the importance of quality meal services in military operations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by May 20, 2025, at 10:00 Central Time, and can contact Seth Van Steenwyk at seth.a.vansteenwyk.mil@army.mil or 515-252-4615 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Seth Van Steenwyk
    (515) 252-4615
    seth.a.vansteenwyk.mil@army.mil
    Files
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    00. RFQ W912LP-25-Q-4013 1133 TC Meals 27MAY2025-10JUN2025.pdf
    The Iowa Army National Guard’s 1133 Transportation Company is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) W912LP-25-Q-4013 for breakfast and dinner meals required between May 27 and June 10, 2025. This solicitation is exclusively for small businesses, adhering to the NAICS Code 722310. Award will be based on price, with the government planning to issue a fixed-price purchase order to the lowest-priced responsive vendor. Quotes must be submitted by May 20, 2025, at 10:00 Central Time, via email to the designated contact. Vendors must comply with specific meal requirements and have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. After the award, any alterations to terms must have prior approval from the contracting officer. The document includes significant federal acquisition regulations and clauses that bidders must acknowledge, ensuring compliance with various legal and operational standards tied to procurement. Contact information for the contract specialist is provided for inquiries, and attachments with meal specifications and pricing tables accompany the RFQ for detailed reference. This RFQ underscores the military's commitment to sourcing quality services from small businesses in a regulated and structured manner.
    01. Attachment 1 Meals Requirements Statement.pdf
    The Iowa Army National Guard's 1133 Transportation Company requires catering services for breakfast and dinner meals from May 27 to June 10, 2025, at Camp Dodge Training Center in Johnston, IA. The contractor must deliver meals in buffet-style and ensure food safety standards are met, including maintaining appropriate temperatures during serving. The government will provide tables for the serving area but will not supply cooking equipment or utilities. The contractor is responsible for all necessary materials for meal preparation and delivery, along with providing meal containers and utensils in the correct quantities. Menu specifics will be supplied by the government, with limited allowances for deviations. The contractor must document headcounts for meals and submit invoices electronically after service. Additionally, guidelines from the Army Food Program, FDA Food Code, and other relevant regulations must be adhered to. Key contacts include the Contracting Officer, State Food Program Manager, and Unit Point of Contact, who will handle any changes to the contract. This summary emphasizes the structured nature of the RFP ensuring compliance with military and health standards, reflecting the procedural rigor in federal contracting for food services.
    02. Attachment 2 Menus and Headcounts.pdf
    The document outlines detailed meal plans associated with various scheduled events, specifying menu items, recipe numbers, headcounts, and the dates for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services from May 27 to June 10, 2025. Each entry consists of different meal options, including main dishes like Herb Baked Chicken, Beef Stroganoff, and assorted breakfast items such as scrambled eggs and pancakes tailored to specific headcounts ranging from zero to 118. The structured meal plan serves as a comprehensive guide for catering services, detailing nutritional offerings and preferences for diverse participants. The presence of federal grants and local RFPs is implied since planned meals may align with governmental health and service standards, indicating an effort to ensure quality and variety in nutrition during these events. The focus on headcount suggests a systematic approach to resource allocation, critical for government contracting and grant proposals. Overall, the document embodies extensive planning and coordination of meal services essential for supporting public and community events.
    03. Attachment 3 Contractor Info and Pricing Tables.docx
    The document outlines the requirements for submitting a quote for RFQ # W912LP-25-Q-4013, issued by the federal government for contractor services from 27 May 2025 to 10 June 2025. Contractors are required to complete the Contractor Information and Pricing Tables included in the attachment, ensuring that all necessary information is accurately provided. Key details requested include company name, point of contact details, business identification numbers, and socio-economic classifications. Additionally, contractors must specify pricing for breakfast and dinner meals, detailing quantities, unit prices, and total costs. The emphasis on completing this attachment alongside any additional documentation reinforces the necessity of compliance with federal procurement processes. This request is indicative of government efforts to manage catering services effectively during specified dates, adhering to established financial and operational regulations.
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