Catering Fort Indiantown Gap PA for the NYARNG 31 May - 13 June 2025
ID: W912PQ-25-Q-A011Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NR USPFO ACTIVITY NY ARNGLATHAM, NY, 12110-2224, USA

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)
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    The Department of Defense, through the New York Army National Guard (NYARNG), is soliciting quotes for catering services at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, from May 31 to June 13, 2025. The contractor will be responsible for providing high-quality bulk meals for approximately 955 soldiers, including breakfast and dinner services, while adhering to specific dietary requirements and local health regulations. This procurement is crucial for supporting military training events and ensuring that service members receive nutritious meals during their operations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by May 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, via email to the designated contacts, Johanna Goman and Melissa Santoro, and ensure compliance with all solicitation requirements, including active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

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    The document outlines meal distribution data over several days in June 2025, indicating a variety of meal types provided, specifically focusing on dinner and breakfast services. Over the described period, meals were categorized into regular, halal, kosher, and vegetarian options, with total meals served peaking at 955 on multiple occasions. Regular meals consistently accounted for the majority of servings, with minor variances in halal and kosher meal offerings. Vegetarian meals, in contrast, were uniformly limited to three servings across the document’s duration. The data suggests systematic meal planning, likely in the context of a government-funded program aimed at nutritional support through RFPs (Requests for Proposals) at the federal or local level. The structured format highlights both the logistics of meal distribution and the demographic accommodation of diverse dietary needs, possibly indicative of a broader initiative to address nutritional requirements in public programs. This information is vital for evaluating the program's effectiveness and ensuring compliance with dietary standards set forth in related government contracts and grants.
    The document outlines the catering menu requirements for the New York Army National Guard (NYARNG), detailing options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner over various menus. Each menu specifies food items and portion sizes based on a percentage of the total headcount, ensuring adequate servings for each meal based on participant numbers. Menus include a range of options across different meal types, featuring items such as eggs, meats, vegetables, cereals, and various beverages. For instance, breakfast choices incorporate hard-boiled eggs, pancakes, yogurt, and fruit, while lunch and dinner present heartier dishes, such as beef stew, baked chicken, and various sides like salads and potatoes. The requirements also emphasize the need to provide 100% of certain items unless otherwise indicated. This document serves as a guideline for catering vendors responding to RFPs related to meal services for National Guard events, stressing nutritional variety and participant needs in food supply logistics. The structured format effectively communicates comprehensive menu offerings while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations pertinent to food service.
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the contracted meal service at Fort Indiantown Gap, PA, outlines the requirements for providing catering services to the New York Army National Guard (NYARNG) from May 31 to June 13, 2025. The contractor is responsible for delivering high-quality bulk meals to support 955 soldiers during a training event. Essential tasks include preparing and serving breakfast and dinner, ensuring meals meet specific dietary requirements, and managing meal transport in appropriate containers. The contractor must comply with local security and health regulations, provide quality control measures, and maintain proper documentation such as training certificates. Additionally, the government will supply certain equipment and workspace but not ingredients or serving utensils. Performance will be monitored through inspections against established quality standards, emphasizing timeliness, food safety, and service quality. This contract showcases the government's structured approach to acquiring essential services in support of military training.
    The document outlines the solicitation and contract requirements for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) in relation to a catering service contract for the 2-108th Infantry Battalion at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, scheduled from May 31 to June 13, 2025. The contractor is expected to provide meal services for military personnel, including specific dietary needs such as halal and vegetarian options. The document includes critical details about pricing, delivery logistics, and associated clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) that govern the contract. It emphasizes compliance with various federal standards, including those related to veteran-owned and economically disadvantaged businesses, and highlights the importance of safety and quality in service delivery. The contract stipulates that offers will be evaluated based on technical capacity, pricing, and past performance, with a firm fixed price arrangement expected. Overall, this solicitation reflects the government's commitment to supporting small business participation in federal contracts, particularly women-owned enterprises, while ensuring substantive service delivery under stringent compliance frameworks.
    The document presents the Wage Determination No. 2015-4231 under the Service Contract Act, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. Its primary purpose is to outline the minimum wage and fringe benefits that federal contractors must adhere to for various occupations in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. The determination details wage rates for multiple job classifications, such as administrative support and healthcare positions, with specified rates for roles like accounting clerks, customer service representatives, and nurses. Contracts initiated or renewed after January 30, 2022, must adhere to the minimum wage of $17.75 per hour under Executive Order 14026, whereas contracts awarded earlier carry a minimum wage of $13.30 due to Executive Order 13658. Additionally, it emphasizes required fringe benefits, including health and welfare, paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays for workers employed under the Act. The document's inclusion of a conformance process for additional job classifications ensures compliance for unlisted occupations. Moreover, it reiterates that certain minimum wage requirements are temporarily not enforced within specific contexts, and it maintains the Department of Labor's commitment to protecting worker rights under these federal guidelines.
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