Catered Meals - Ravenna, Ohio 01MAY-28JUN 2025
ID: W91364-25-Q-A033Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NU USPFO ACTIVITY OH ARNGCOLUMBUS, OH, 43235-2712, USA

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5402aaf47ea94483be1a0f13c198afaf/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking proposals for a catered meal service contract at Camp James A. Garfield in Ravenna, Ohio, from May 1 to June 28, 2025. The contract, valued at approximately $9 million, is set aside for total small business participation, with a focus on Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). The contractor will be responsible for providing a variety of meals, including hot buffet breakfasts and dinners, as well as cold boxed lunches, adhering to specific dietary guidelines and quality standards outlined in the Performance Work Statement. Interested parties should contact Amanda Britton, Contract Specialist, at Amanda.L.Britton4.civ@army.mil for further details, and must comply with wage determinations under the Service Contract Act, ensuring fair compensation for service employees.

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    Amanda Britton, Contract Specialist
    Amanda.L.Britton4.civ@army.mil
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    PWS Catered Meals.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for catering meal services to the Ohio Army National Guard. The contractor must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and quality control to deliver meals to various units in specified locations. The scope details four Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs), each specifying meal types (hot buffet-style breakfast and dinner, individual cold boxed lunches). Key contact personnel for each unit are provided, including delivery schedules and estimated headcounts. The contractor must adhere to specific dietary guidelines and Army food program regulations to ensure meal quality and safety. Performance periods are defined, with a concentration on maintaining a consistent service level, especially regarding dietary restrictions and meal preparation standards. The contractor's Quality Control Plan (QCP) is critical for ensuring compliance, while the government will employ a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for evaluation. Access requirements and security protocols are strict, including the obligation for background checks and training for contractor employees. The document culminates with sections on safety compliance and procedures for delivery, inspection, and acceptable meal standards, emphasizing both contractor responsibility and government oversight. The comprehensive nature of the PWS reflects the complexities involved in catering services for military operations, highlighting the government's commitment to quality and safety.
    Service Contract Act - Wage Determination.pdf
    The document outlines the Wage Determination No. 2015-4721 under the Service Contract Act, detailing the minimum wage requirements for various occupations in the Ohio counties of Portage and Summit. It highlights that contracts subject to this act must comply with Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, dictating minimum wage rates of $17.75 and $13.30 respectively, depending on contract date and conditions. Additionally, it specifies fringe benefits required for covered occupations and provides detailed wage rates for numerous job titles, ranging from administrative roles to specialized professions. The document emphasizes compliance with the regulations governing paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation benefits, while also detailing the conformance process for occupations not listed. The overarching aim is to secure fair compensation and benefits for service employees under federal contracts.
    Solicitation - W9136425QA033.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for catered meals at Camp James A. Garfield, with a total contract value of $9 million, designated for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). The solicitation, numbered W9136425QA033, requires the delivery and setup of meals for various military units from May to June 2025. Offerors must demonstrate technical capability by providing the location of meal preparation, health certifications, and assurance of compliance with local health standards. Evaluation criteria include technical acceptability, past performance, and price—with technical and past performance considered equal to price. The document emphasizes adherence to numerous federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, indicating the stringent compliance requirements for potential contractors. The solicitation aims to support economic inclusion of women-owned businesses while meeting specific government food service needs at designated military events. This acquisition reflects the federal effort to enhance small business participation in government contracts.
    Technical Acceptability (4) Meal Acknolwedgment Form.xlsx
    The government document outlines catering requirements for a meal service contract, specifying meals to be provided for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Each hot buffet breakfast must consist of eggs, breakfast meat, assorted grains, fresh fruit, pastry, potato options, cereal, condiments, coffee, milk, and an additional beverage. Cold boxed lunches should include assorted sandwiches, chips, a side dish, cookies, pickles, fresh fruit, and juice boxes, all individually packaged without bottled water. Hot buffet dinners require a meat entrée with sauce, starch, vegetables, salad with dressings, assorted breads, fresh fruit, desserts, beverages, and condiments. Pricing is to be determined per meal. This document serves as part of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for meal provision, ensuring the contractor meets specific technical standards for meal quality and variety, which is crucial for government-funded events or programs focused on nutrition and dietary preferences.
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