1011th EN Prepared Meals
ID: W912LR25Q0009Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7PA USPFO ACTIVITY PR ARNGFORT BUCHANAN, PR, 00934, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/292d7ba43a94424896f2a5ea2e7d97d1/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Puerto Rico National Guard, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of pre-packaged meals for the 1011th Engineer Company, with a focus on supporting small businesses. The contract will involve delivering a total of 2,072 prepared dinner packages from December 3 to December 16, 2024, and 2,072 breakfast packages from December 10 to December 17, 2024, to Camp Santiago in Salinas, Puerto Rico. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that military personnel receive nutritious meals that meet specific dietary and safety standards, while also adhering to federal procurement procedures. Interested small business contractors must submit their quotes by the specified deadline and can contact Maria del Mar Ruiz or Argenies Gonzalez for further information regarding the solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maria del Mar Ruiz ( Contract Specialist)
    maria.d.ruizperez.mil@army.mil
    Argenies Gonzalez (Contract Specialist)
    argenies.e.gonzalezgarcia.mil@army.mil
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    21 Day Menu for Prepared Meals.pdf
    The document outlines a 21-day menu plan specifically designed for meal services, detailing breakfast, lunch, and dinner options across various days. The menu includes a wide variety of food items categorized into condiments, breads, and specific meals, clearly indicating portion sizes, caloric content, and temperature requirements for safe food delivery. Each menu day consistently features different protein sources, vegetables, and carbohydrates while ensuring nutritional standards are met. The structure provides a systematic approach to meal planning, emphasizing safe food handling and service practices to comply with health regulations. This type of menu planning aligns with government initiatives aimed at providing balanced nutrition in institutional settings, possibly catering to populations with specific dietary needs.
    W912LR25Q0009 Combo Solicitation 1011th.docx
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Puerto Rico National Guard for the procurement of prepared meals for the 1011th Engineer Company. The RFQ outlines the solicitation details, including a firm-fixed price contract resulting from the quotes submitted by qualified small businesses. The meals are to be delivered to Camp Santiago, Salinas, Puerto Rico, with delivery periods for 2,072 prepared dinner packages from December 3 to December 16, 2024, and 2,072 breakfast packages from December 10 to December 17, 2024. Key requirements include transport logistics to minimize food transit time, specific meal delivery schedules, compliance with food safety standards, and provisions for temperature control. Offerors must provide fully loaded cost proposals and meet specified quality standards for food ingredients. The government reserves the right to alter meal counts and delivery schedules with proper notice. A detailed inspection and acceptance process is outlined, including the provision of required serving materials. Overall, the RFQ emphasizes compliance with federal procedures while supporting small businesses in food service contracting, aiming to ensure the provision of quality meals to military personnel.
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