108 MMB Prepared Meals - ILARNG
ID: W91SMC25QA011Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7M6 USPFO ACTIVITY IL ARNGSPRINGFIELD, IL, 62702-2399, USA

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

PSC

SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS (8940)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/eaf67b694cda42988fa2167568ed45c6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Illinois Army National Guard (ILARNG), is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses to provide prepared meals for the 108th Mobile Management Battalion during their Annual Training at Camp Dodge, Iowa, from July 10 to July 23, 2025. The contract requires the delivery of 2,080 meals, including 1,040 breakfasts and 1,040 dinners, with specific dietary requirements such as at least two no-pork options per meal, all prepared in compliance with food safety regulations. This procurement is crucial for ensuring that personnel receive nutritious meals during training, thereby optimizing their performance and well-being. Interested offerors must submit their proposals by June 9, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Lawrence Romang at lawrence.j.romang.civ@army.mil, with the total contract value estimated at $9 million.

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    Lawrence Romang
    lawrence.j.romang.civ@army.mil
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    Appendix 2 - Illinois 29 Day menu.pdf
    The FY24-25 Illinois Army National Guard (ILARNG) 29-Day Menu outlines meal plans for training events, specifying breakfast, lunch, and dinner options over 29 days. Each menu entry includes recipe names, portion sizes, and food classifications, such as vegetarian or gluten-free. Key meal components feature a variety of proteins, vegetables, grains, and desserts, with recurring items like scrambled eggs, various meats, and salads available every day. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for food service operations within the ILARNG, ensuring nutritional needs are met during training and operational activities. This structured menu fosters food consistency and supports dietary regulations while emphasizing healthy choices, which is vital for personnel performance and overall well-being.
    HHD 108th MMB SOW.pdf
    The Illinois Army National Guard (ILARNG) HHD 108th Multifunctional Medical Battalion is seeking a contractor to provide catered meals during their Annual Training from July 10 to July 23, 2025, at Camp Dodge, IA. Due to personnel shortages, the provision of mass catered meals is necessary to optimize training time. The contractor must deliver meals prepared in a compliant commercial kitchen, ensuring adherence to food safety regulations. Specific meal requirements include 1,040 breakfasts and 1,040 dinners, including at least two no-pork options for every meal, based on the Illinois 29-Day Menu. Delivery of meals is to occur a maximum of one hour prior to designated meal times, with a focus on serving sizes to accommodate all personnel. The contractor is responsible for the setup and disposal of meal items, emphasizing compliance with health standards throughout the duration of the service period. This proposal outlines the scope, required specifications, and logistical details essential for fulfilling this government contract effectively.
    Instruction to Offerors - 108th Prepared Meals.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for providing prepared meals under a Firm Fixed Price delivery order, designated for small businesses categorized under NAICS 722320 (Caterers). The submission deadline is set for June 9, 2025, with inquiries to be directed to specified email contacts by June 16, 2025. Proposals will be evaluated through a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process, focusing on both technical performance and pricing. Offerors must provide a detailed technical proposal demonstrating their understanding of the Statement of Work (SOW) alongside a comprehensive pricing structure, valid for 60 days post-submission. The government intends to make award decisions without discussions, requiring the best initial quotes. Key evaluation criteria include the ability to meet all specifications in the SOW (Technical Performance) and the assessment of pricing for reasonableness and comprehensiveness. The government will only consider pricing after confirming technical acceptability. This RFQ exemplifies the structured procurement process typical in federal acquisitions, ensuring effective selection for service contracts while promoting small business participation.
    Solicitation - W91SMC25QA011.pdf
    This document outlines a solicitation for a contract regarding the provision of prepared meals for the 108th Mobile Management Battalion (MMB) of the Army National Guard at Camp Dodge, Iowa. The contract involves delivering breakfast and dinner meals to serve 80 personnel daily over a specified period in July 2025, totaling 2,080 meals. The contract is set at a firm fixed price of $9 million, with terms and conditions defined by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). The solicitation emphasizes compliance with various federal provisions including those concerning small business participation, cybersecurity, and labor standards. It requires bidders to meet eligibility criteria, including being a women-owned small business or similar classifications. Integral to the contract are detailed requirements for meal specifications, delivery schedules, and points of contact for inquiries, signifying the structured nature of procurement processes within government contracts. This solicitation serves to ensure quality service while encouraging engagement from diverse business entities within the government contracting space.
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