180th HSAD Meals
ID: W912LQ25QA021Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7N5 USPFO ACTIVITY VA ARNGRICHMOND, VA, 23297-0000, USA

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Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Virginia Army National Guard, is seeking a contractor to provide meal services for the 180th Engineer Support Company's pre-deployment training event scheduled from September 6-9, 2025, in Powhatan, Virginia. The contractor will be responsible for delivering high-quality prepared meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, for 93 soldiers, adhering to U.S. Army standards and specific dietary requirements. This procurement is crucial for ensuring that soldiers receive nutritious meals during their training, and it is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the NAICS code 311991 (Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing). Interested vendors must submit their proposals by 11:00 a.m. EDT on August 18, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Contracting Specialist Matthew Guyer at matthew.c.guyer.civ@army.mil.

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    The provided document is an information sheet likely used in government procurement processes such as RFPs, federal grants, or state and local RFPs. It is structured to collect essential details from a vendor submitting a quote. Key sections include 'QUOTE INFORMATION' for discount/payment terms, estimated delivery, and quote expiration, and 'POINT OF CONTACT' for email and phone number. The 'VENDOR INFORMATION' section requires the company name, small business status, CAGE Code, SAM Unique Entity ID, and Tax ID Number. The document concludes with spaces for the printed name, signature, and title of the person completing the form, indicating a formal submission. This sheet streamlines the collection of crucial vendor and quote specifics for evaluation and record-keeping in a governmental context.
    The document outlines a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP) for meal services. It details the required quantities for breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals to be provided over specific dates in September 2025. The RFP lists 279 units for each meal type: breakfast from September 7-9, 2025, and lunch and dinner from September 6-8, 2025. The document serves as a clear breakdown of the services needed, indicating a procurement for catering to support an event or operation, with line items for unit price and total amount to be filled by potential bidders.
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for a contractor to provide food preparation and delivery services for the Virginia Army National Guard's 180th Engineer Support Company's home station activities. The event will take place from September 6-9, 2025, at the Powhatan Readiness Center, Virginia, where 93 soldiers will require daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The contractor must supply all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials, except for government-furnished workspace and trash disposal. Meals must be prepared off-site, meet commercial and U.S. Army standards, and adhere to specific delivery schedules and dietary requirements (e.g., no nuts or seafood, allergy/vegetarian/Halal options). The PWS also details quality control, security, and sanitation standards, emphasizing the contractor's responsibility for compliance and employee conduct.
    This government file, W912LQ25QA021, outlines critical clauses incorporated by reference and in full text for federal contracts, particularly those involving the Department of Defense. It addresses key areas such as supply chain security, unique item identification, payment instructions, and offeror representations and certifications. The document emphasizes compliance with regulations concerning covered telecommunications equipment, prohibition of business with certain regimes, and ethical conduct. It details requirements for contractors regarding item marking, data reporting for unique item identifiers, and electronic invoicing through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. Furthermore, it includes detailed representations on business status (e.g., small business, veteran-owned), compliance with labor standards, and certifications regarding financial and ethical matters. The file aims to ensure transparency, accountability, and adherence to federal acquisition regulations in government contracting.
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