Request for Proposals (RFP) - Retail Baked Goods Store
ID: DoDCC-2025-R-0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA

NAICS

Retail Bakeries (311811)

PSC

BAKERY AND CEREAL PRODUCTS (8920)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/759642f374594fb38b2506f2242274d3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services, is soliciting proposals for the operation and management of a retail baked goods store located in Room 2C115 of The Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia. The selected firm will provide pre-packaged baked goods, adhering to the Tri-Service Food Code, and will not pay rent but will instead offer a percentage of net sales as a monthly commission, along with a $10,000 surety payment. This opportunity is significant as it supports the provision of food services within the Pentagon, catering to a large population of approximately 20,000 personnel during summer months. Interested offerors must submit their proposals by 2:00 PM Eastern on September 19, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Shelley Driver at shelley.a.driver.naf@mail.mil or by phone at (571) 289-9759.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Gail M. LeeDirector
    (703) 697-1262
    gail.m.lee.naf@mail.mil
    Shelley DriverContract Specialist
    (571) 289-9759
    (703) 693-9286
    shelley.a.driver.naf@mail.mil
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    DoDCC RFP 2025-R-0001 Retail Baked Goods Store Pentagon Amendment A002 reduced size.pdf
    Amendment A002 to RFP #DoDCC-2025-R-0001, issued on August 25, 2025, details the Request for Proposals for a Retail Baked Goods Store at The Pentagon. This amendment incorporates responses to offeror questions, revises Section A.1.e to update Pentagon personnel counts during summer months to approximately 20,000, and replaces page 2 of Attachment (3) with an updated drawing of the space. It also amends Section M.f., incorporates an updated Department of Labor Wage Determination (Attachment 3), includes a parking map for the Remote Delivery Facility (Attachment 4), and provides photos of the space (Attachment 5). Key clarifications include requirements for proposal submission, the possibility of revising proposals after amendments, the non-negotiable nature of the security bond, and restrictions on on-site baking or cooking. The award will be based on a best-value assessment, considering technical merit equally with the commission. Offerors can propose custom celebration cakes and pre-order deliveries within the building, but items like milkshakes and ice cream are prohibited.
    DoDCC RFP DoDCC-2025-R-0001 Amendment A001 Cover Letter and Amendment A001 Retail Baked Goods Store The Pentagon.pdf
    Amendment A001 to Request for Proposals (RFP) #DoDCC-2025-R-0001, issued by the Department of Defense Concessions Committee (DoDCC), modifies the RFP for a Retail Baked Goods Store at The Pentagon. Key changes include extending the proposal submission deadline from August 22, 2025, to September 19, 2025. Additionally, the amendment corrects the email address for requesting post-award site visits and general site visits to whs.dodcc-request@mail.mil. It also revises the title of Section L., "Instructions to Offerors (RFP only)," "Proposal Submission Requirements," (11) by deleting "Services and," making it "Retail Merchandising Plan." Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by signing and returning two copies, acknowledging it on their proposal, or sending a separate letter.
    DoDCC RFP DoDCC-2025-R-0001 Retail Baked Goods The Pentagon.pdf
    The Department of Defense Concessions Committee (DoDCC) is soliciting proposals for a retail baked goods store within the Pentagon, Arlington, VA. This Request for Proposals (RFP) #DoDCC-2025-R-0001 seeks a firm to operate and manage a pre-packaged baked goods store in Room 2C115. Key dates include a pre-proposal conference on July 21, 2025 (RSVP by July 7, 2025), site visits by August 8, 2025, and proposal submission by August 22, 2025. The selected licensee will not pay rent but will provide a percentage of net sales as a monthly commission, plus a $10,000 surety payment. The initial license is for five years, with two five-year renewal options. The store, approximately 1,156 sq. ft., must adhere to the Tri-Service Food Code, offer specific pre-packaged items (excluding sandwiches and donuts), and comply with various Pentagon regulations regarding facility modifications, operations, employee conduct, security, and advertising. The DoDCC will provide utilities (excluding phone/WiFi) and some signage, but the licensee is responsible for all other equipment, furnishing, and maintenance.
    DoDCC RFP DoDCC-2025-R-0001 Amendment A001 Cover Letter and Amendment A001 Retail Baked Goods Store The Pentagon.pdf
    The Department of Defense Concessions Committee (DoDCC) issued Amendment A001 to the Request for Proposals (RFP) #DoDCC-2025-R-0001 for establishing a retail baked goods store at The Pentagon in Arlington, VA. This amendment modifies the proposal submission closing date from August 22, 2025, to September 19, 2025, and corrects email addresses for requesting post-award site visits, ensuring that all communication is properly directed. Additionally, it revises section titles in the proposal requirements to enhance clarity. The amendment emphasizes that all other conditions of the RFP remain unchanged. Interested contractors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment through specified methods to ensure compliance. The document serves as part of the federal procurement process, aiming to enhance retail services within the military facility while maintaining clear communication and deadlines.
    DoDCC RFP DoDCC-2025-R-0001 Retail Baked Goods The Pentagon.pdf
    The Department of Defense Concessions Committee (DoDCC) has issued Request for Proposals (RFP) #DoDCC-2025-R-0001 for a retail baked goods store located in Room 2C115 of The Pentagon. The DoDCC, a non-appropriated fund activity, oversees commercial sales within the Pentagon and is seeking a firm to operate and manage a store offering pre-packaged baked goods. The selected applicant must provide all necessary equipment and maintain the facility while adhering to strict guidelines, including compliance with the Tri-Service Food Code. The operational hours will be from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on August 22, 2025, and a $10,000 performance deposit is required upon award. The store will sell only pre-packaged items sourced from approved suppliers, prohibiting the sale of certain products already addressed by existing concessionaires. The RFP details site visits, a pre-proposal conference, and the processes for proposal submission and clarification queries. The DoDCC's goal is to enhance retail offerings while maintaining fair pricing and quality for authorized personnel within The Pentagon.
    Presolicitation Notice DoDCC RFI DoDCC-2025-R-0001 Retail Baked Goods Store The Pentagon.pdf
    The Department of Defense Concessions Committee (DoDCC) is planning to solicit vendors for a License Agreement to operate a retail baked goods store within the Pentagon, Arlington, VA. The store will occupy approximately 1,156 square feet and will focus on selling pre-packaged baked goods, party packages, and related retail items. Notably, there will be no kitchen space for on-site baking. The current space, operating as an AT&T store until mid-October 2025, is set for a five-year base period of performance with the possibility of two additional five-year options. Interested parties must submit an expression of interest and qualifications by May 2, 2025, and the official solicitation is expected to be issued by May/June 2025. All clarifications regarding the announcement should be directed to the designated points of contact. This procurement aligns with typical government RFP practices, aiming to engage vendors for specified services at government facilities.
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