W9124D-25-Q-0033 New York MEPS Boxed Meals
ID: W9124D25Q0033Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7044eed0d3c04a37a91e424f926774f4/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Knox, is soliciting quotes for the provision of boxed meals for applicants at the New York Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contractor will be responsible for delivering approximately 33,923 boxed meals annually, including sandwiches, chips, desserts, fruit, and beverages, from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, with options for extension through 2028. This procurement is crucial for ensuring that military applicants receive nutritious meals during their processing, adhering to strict military food preparation and sanitation standards. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 10:00 AM on December 30, 2024, and can contact John Mcclain at john.r.mcclain2.civ@army.mil or John Haarala at John.haarala3.civ@army.mil for further information.

    Files
    Title
    Posted
    IB01_Presolicitation Notice_New York NM Followon.pdf
    The Mission Installation Contracting Command - Knox is preparing to issue a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for providing boxed meals at the Harrisburg Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Brooklyn, New York. The contract period will begin on May 1, 2025, or upon contract award, lasting until April 30, 2026, with options for two additional one-year extensions. This solicitation is exclusively set aside for small businesses, with a relevant NAICS code of 722310. The RFQ is anticipated to be published on SAM.gov around November 26, 2024, with quotes due by December 27, 2024, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. Vendors must regularly check the website for any amendments and ensure they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to qualify for the contract. All inquiries regarding the solicitation must be directed to specified Army personnel by December 12, 2024. This procurement underlines the federal government's efforts to engage small businesses in fulfilling supply needs for military operations.
    IB08 W9124D25Q0033 Solicitation NY Noon Meals.pdf
    The document pertains to a Request for Quote (RFQ) for supplying boxed noon meals for applicants at the New York Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The solicitation number is W9124D25Q0033, with an offer due by 10:00 AM on December 30, 2024. The contracting authority is the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Key requirements include delivering approximately 33,923 boxed meals per year from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, with options for extension through 2028. Offerors must supply a valid health inspection report for food preparation facilities, ensure compliance with federal regulations regarding food quality, and deliver the meals FOB Destination to the New York MEPS. Submission of quotes requires compliance with specific documentation, including the Standard Form 1449 and contractual terms as outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Evaluation will determine contract awards based on price and compliance with technical and performance requirements. The government emphasizes using small and veteran-owned businesses, and the contract explicitly outlines clauses related to pricing, performance, and conduct under federal guidelines. This RFQ reflects the government's procurement processes for food services, aimed at ensuring quality and compliance within military support operations.
    PWS-New York MEPS Noon Meals.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide boxed lunch meals for Armed Forces applicants at the New York Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contractor will deliver these meals, prepared in a state-licensed facility, adhering to health and safety standards. Key responsibilities include daily meal service, ensuring sanitation compliance, and conducting self-inspections. The contractor must provide a specific menu including submarine sandwiches, chips, cookies, and beverages, totaling approximately 128 lunches daily, with up to 250 on peak days. Meals are to be served from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with additional provisions for extended hours processing days. The contractor will also manage documentation and ensure that all employees complete mandatory training on security and food safety. Ownership of facilities and equipment remains with the government, while contractors must supply all necessary food and support resources. Compliance with military regulations and timely communication with government representatives is essential for contract execution, making this document a crucial element of a government food service RFP.
    PWS New York MEPS Noon Meals.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) details the contract requirements for providing boxed lunch meals to Armed Forces applicants at the New York Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contractor must deliver meals from a state/local licensed facility, ensuring compliance with health and sanitation standards as per military regulations. The contract outlines that meals are required Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays and extended hours on specific processing days, averaging 128 meals daily. Meals must include sandwiches, chips, a dessert, fruit, and beverages. Each meal will be inspected for quality control, and contractors must maintain proper sanitation protocols, including employee training in security and operational standards. The government will furnish a dining area, while the contractor is responsible for all equipment, food supplies, and cleaning responsibilities post-service. The document specifies the contractor's obligations regarding preparing, protecting, and delivering meals, alongside administrative requirements regarding service authorization and record-keeping. Overall, this PWS emphasizes the contractor's adherence to strict military food preparation standards, training requirements, and operational procedures, reflecting the government’s commitment to ensuring quality service for military applicants.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    W9124D-25-Q-0033 New York MEPS Boxed Meals
    Solicitation
    W9124D-25-Q-0033 New York MEPS Boxed Meals
    Currently viewing
    Presolicitation
    Similar Opportunities
    Denver MEPS Noon Meals
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Knox, is soliciting proposals for the provision of boxed noon meals (sub sandwiches) to the Denver Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Colorado. The contract requires the delivery of a total of 13,232 meals for the base period from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, with options for additional years, emphasizing compliance with health standards and federal acquisition regulations. This service is crucial for supporting Armed Forces applicants during their processing, ensuring they receive nutritious meals in a timely manner. Interested vendors must submit their proposals, including a valid health inspection report and pricing details, by the specified deadline, and can contact Tyler Williams or John Haarala for further information.
    Denver MEPS Noon Meals
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Mission Installation Contracting Command - Knox, is seeking a contractor to provide noon meals, specifically boxed lunches, for applicants at the Denver Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contractor will be responsible for delivering daily meals that include a sandwich, chips, a cookie, an apple, and beverages, adhering to strict food quality and safety protocols, with an estimated requirement of approximately 50 meals per day. This procurement is crucial for supporting the operational needs of the MEPS and is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS code 311991, with the contract period running from March 1, 2025, to February 29, 2028, and the possibility of two additional one-year options. Interested vendors should prepare for the anticipated Request for Quotations (RFQ) to be available on SAM.gov around December 17, 2024, and direct any inquiries to Tyler Williams at tyler.j.williams89.civ@army.mil by January 10, 2025.
    Kansas City MEPS BM W9124D25Q0020 Solicitation
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army, is soliciting proposals for the provision of boxed noon meals for applicants at the Kansas City Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) for the contract period from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. The contractor will be responsible for delivering approximately 9,554 meals during this period, ensuring compliance with health regulations and food safety standards, while also managing meal vouchers and accepting Government Purchase Cards for payment. This procurement is crucial for supporting the nutritional needs of military applicants and is set aside for small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned and women-owned enterprises. Interested vendors should contact Robert Applewhite at robert.applewhite.civ@army.mil or 520-945-8948 for further details and must submit their quotes electronically by the specified deadline.
    Montgomery MEPS Noon Meals
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Mission Installation Contracting Command - Knox, is seeking small businesses to provide boxed meals for applicants at the Montgomery Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Montgomery, Alabama. The contract will cover a base period from May 1, 2025, or the date of contract award, whichever is later, through April 30, 2026, with the option for two additional one-year extensions. This procurement is crucial for ensuring quality meal service during the processing of military applicants, and contractors must meet specific requirements, including passing a Veterinary Service Food Protection Audit and using approved food preparation facilities. Interested parties should prepare for the Request for Quotations (RFQ) expected to be posted on SAM.gov around December 11, 2024, with quotes due by January 10, 2025. For inquiries, contractors may contact Scott E. Vogt at scott.e.vogt4.civ@army.mil or John Haarala at john.haarala3.civ@army.mil.
    Montgomery MEPS Noon Meals
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort Knox, is soliciting proposals for the provision of noon meals, specifically boxed sub sandwiches, to applicants at the Montgomery Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Alabama. The contractor will be responsible for preparing meals in a state-approved facility, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and delivering meals during scheduled hours, with an expected daily volume of 60-225 meals. This procurement is crucial for supporting military personnel during their processing, adhering to military food safety standards, and maintaining a clean dining environment. Proposals must be submitted electronically by January 13, 2025, with the contract anticipated to commence on May 1, 2025, and run for a base period of one year, with options for two additional years. Interested parties can contact Scott E. Vogt at scott.e.vogt4.civ@army.mil or 520-945-9086 for further information.
    Prepared Delivered Meals
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Virginia Army National Guard, is soliciting proposals for an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract to provide prepared meals delivered to multiple locations over a specified period. The contract requires the delivery of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, adhering to strict nutritional guidelines and food safety protocols, with performance expected from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2028. This procurement is crucial for ensuring that military personnel receive reliable meal provisions, emphasizing compliance with health and safety standards. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by the specified deadline, with questions directed to Curtis L. Gardner at curtis.l.gardner6.civ@army.mil, and further details can be found in the attached solicitation document W912LQ25QA007.
    Catered Meal Services - 52nd Troop Command, Bangor, ME
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Maine Army National Guard (MEARNG), is seeking qualified contractors to provide catered meal services for the 52nd Troop Command during various training events from February 1, 2025, to September 28, 2025. The contractor will be responsible for delivering all necessary personnel, food items, and quality control to serve meals in compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), which includes specific dietary accommodations and sanitation regulations. This procurement is critical for ensuring that military personnel receive nutritious meals during training exercises, emphasizing the importance of quality service and compliance with federal contracting standards. Interested parties should contact Darlene Howes at darlene.r.howes.civ@army.mil or Daniel Bibeau at daniel.s.bibeau.mil@army.mil, with a total contract value of approximately $9,000,000 and a firm-fixed-price purchase order to be awarded based on the best value evaluation criteria.
    Delivered Commercial Meals in Las Vegas, NV and Florence, AZ
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Nevada Army National Guard (NVARNG), is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses to provide delivered commercial meal services in Las Vegas, NV, and Florence, AZ, under RFQ W9124X-25-Q-A004. The procurement requires the contractor to deliver breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals that meet specific dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for military personnel during training events. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that service members receive safe and nutritious meals while fulfilling their operational duties. Interested parties must submit their quotations by December 23, 2024, and direct any inquiries to Scott Wittry at scott.m.wittry.civ@army.mil by December 18, 2024.
    VTARNG AMWS Full Food Service Q2 Jan-Mar 2025
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army National Guard in Vermont, is seeking proposals for full food service support for the Army Mountain Warfare School (AMWS) from January to March 2025. The procurement involves providing meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, for various training courses, with specific requirements outlined in the attached Performance Work Statement and Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). This service is crucial for ensuring that personnel receive adequate nutrition during training, reflecting the government's commitment to supporting its workforce. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by December 27, 2024, and can reach out to primary contact Kathleen O'Neill at kathleen.b.oneill.civ@army.mil for further information.
    Mobile Kitchen Units and Field Feeding Services
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking proposals for Mobile Kitchen Units and Field Feeding Services (FFS) at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, equipment, and supplies to prepare and serve approximately 3,500 meals daily during the Project Convergence-Capstone Five exercise, with the potential to accommodate an additional 500 meals as needed. This service is critical for supporting military training operations, ensuring that soldiers receive adequate nutrition in a field environment. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by January 18, 2025, and can direct inquiries to SSG Devin Fuller at devin.fuller2.mil@army.mil or Tamika Williams at tamika.l.williams32.mil@army.mil, with the performance period set from February 10 to March 24, 2025.