W9124D25QA029 Charlotte MEPS Noon Meals
ID: W9124D25QA029Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/72bc6e3c89a145a685bbc42d1e8a6f4d/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is soliciting proposals for the provision of boxed noon meals (sub sandwiches) for applicants at the Charlotte Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contract, identified by requisition number W9124D25QA029, requires the delivery of approximately 12,674 meals during the base period from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, with an option for an additional year. This procurement is crucial for supporting military applicants during their processing, ensuring they receive nutritious meals while adhering to federal health and safety regulations. Interested small businesses, particularly Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), should contact Scott E. Vogt at scott.e.vogt4.civ@army.mil or Melissa J. Brackett at melissa.j.brackett.civ@army.mil for further details and to participate in this opportunity.

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    IA02_Product-Delivery Specs_25QA029_Charlotte MEPS NM_25 Mar 25.pdf
    The Charlotte Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) requires a contractor to provide boxed lunch meals for Armed Forces applicants. The contractor is responsible for delivering these meals on weekdays, excluding federal holidays and training days, with an estimated total of 264 service days annually. Specific meal guidelines are outlined, including the provision of submarine sandwiches, sides, desserts, and beverages, all adhering to local health department regulations. Contractor employees must undergo mandatory training in anti-terrorism, operations security, and local reporting programs. Compliance with security policies is critical, including background checks and identity verification for access to installations. The contractor will manage meal accounting and invoicing through a government procurement card system, submitting monthly invoices detailing meals provided. Additionally, the document emphasizes quality control measures for meal preparation and delivery, necessitating documented inspections. Historical data indicates the expected volume of lunches served, though past performance does not guarantee future requirements. This document serves a central role in federal contracting, detailing requirements for services aimed at supporting military operations and personnel during the processing period.
    IB01_Pre Solicitation Charlotte_W9124D25Q0A29_Charlotte MEPS.pdf
    The Mission Installation Contracting Command - Knox is preparing to issue a Request for Quotations (RFQ) aimed at providing boxed meals for applicants at the Charlotte Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Charlotte, NC. The contract is set to run from May 1, 2025, or the date of award, through April 30, 2026, with an option for two additional one-year terms. This procurement is exclusively open to small businesses under NAICS code 311991, with a size standard of 700 employees. The RFQ is expected to be available on the SAM.gov website around April 1, 2025, with quotes due by April 15, 2025. Interested vendors must ensure their registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to qualify for contract awards. Any inquiries regarding the RFQ must be directed in writing to designated contacts by 10:00 AM ET on April 9, 2025. It is crucial for vendors to monitor the SAM.gov website for updates or amendments related to the solicitation. This initiative demonstrates the government's ongoing commitment to engaging small business contractors in public service projects.
    IB08_RFQ_W9124D25QA029_Charlotte MEPS NM_Clean Copy.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) contract related to the provision of boxed noon meals (sub sandwiches) for applicants at the Charlotte Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contract, identified by requisition number W9124D25QA029, covers a base period from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, with a specified quantity of 12,674 meals required for delivery. There is also an option for an additional contract year from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027. Key details include firm fixed pricing, delivery locations, inspection and acceptance terms, and compliance with various federal acquisition regulations. This solicitation aims to support small businesses while providing essential services for military applicants, adhering to terms that promote transparency and fair competition in government contracting. It incorporates clauses addressing accountability, pricing arrangements, and compliance standards aimed at ensuring quality and adherence to federal guidelines. Overall, this document serves as a foundation for a government acquisition process designed to engage small, potentially disadvantaged businesses in fulfilling federal contracting needs.
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