Prepared Delivered Meals, Bowling Green VA
ID: W912LQ26QA007Type: Solicitation
Overview

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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7N5 USPFO ACTIVITY VA ARNGRICHMOND, VA, 23297-0000, USA

NAICS

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, through the Virginia Army National Guard, is soliciting blanket purchase agreements for the provision of prepared delivered meals in Bowling Green, Virginia. The procurement aims to secure breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals, with a total contract ceiling of $350,000 over a maximum period of 60 months, ensuring that meals meet specific nutritional and quality standards. This initiative is crucial for supporting the dietary needs of military personnel, with individual orders ranging from a minimum of $1.00 to a maximum of $25,000. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically by December 9, 2025, and direct any inquiries to Curtis L. Gardner at curtis.l.gardner6.civ@army.mil by November 21, 2025.

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    The document outlines detailed ordering procedures for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) related to meal services for the Virginia Army National Guard (VA ARNG), covering both centralized and decentralized processes. Centralized orders, managed by the VA ARNG Purchasing and Contracting (P&C) Office and Base Contracting Office (BCO), require requests 60 days in advance, with contractors receiving official orders 30 days prior to delivery. These orders have a $25,000 individual purchase limit, a $350,000 BPA ceiling over five years, and firm-fixed pricing, with a 10-day window for price adjustment requests during the annual review. Decentralized orders, placed by appointed Ordering Officers (OO) at or below the micro-purchase threshold ($15,000), require requests 30 days in advance. The government is obligated only for authorized purchases, and all orders are binding upon acknowledgment by the contractor. Billing and payment differ, with centralized orders using Wide Area Workflow and decentralized orders using Government Purchase Cards (GPC) with monthly summary invoices.
    This document addresses frequently asked questions regarding solicitations W912LQ-26-Q-A006, W912LQ-26-Q-A007, and W912LQ-26-Q-A011, all for prepared delivered meals in various Virginia locations. Key points include that electric chafers are not required, hot food must arrive at the correct temperature, and specific delivery locations will be identified per order. This is a new acquisition for blanket purchase agreements, so historical data and previous bid tabulations are unavailable. Invoices will be submitted via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). Base access prerequisites for delivery staff are required as per SOW section 1.4.5, and delivery schedules will be coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). A standard 5-day menu is acceptable for all three locations, and holiday meals can differ. Pricing evaluations will focus on reasonableness and balance across line items. While micro-purchase call orders are allowed, initial orders will be centralized. Subcontractors are permitted, but a Letter of Commitment is not required at submission. The number of BPA holders selected will be at the Contracting Officer's discretion.
    The document is a solicitation (RFQ/IFB/RFP) for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide prepared meals to the Virginia Army National Guard in Bowling Green, VA. It outlines the terms and conditions for commercial products and services, including specific FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and full text. Key requirements include providing hot breakfast, lunch, dinner, and holiday meals, along with a five-day menu and past performance documentation. Offers are due by December 1, 2025, and will be evaluated based on price and meal quality. The document also details instructions for offer submission, electronic invoicing via WAWF, and the National Guard Agency Protest Program.
    This document is an amendment to Solicitation Number W912LQ26QA007, issued by the USPFO Activity VA ARNG, concerning prepared delivered meals for Bowling Green, VA. The amendment updates the Statement of Work, extends the solicitation response due date to December 9, 2025, and modifies the basis for award section. Offerors must acknowledge the amendment and submit electronic quotes to curtis.l.gardner6.civ@army.mil by the new deadline. Required submission items include a signed information sheet, completed representations and certifications, unit pricing, a five-day menu, a holiday meal menu, and past performance documentation. Quotes will be evaluated based on price, quality of meals, and past performance. The document also outlines the National Guard Agency Protest Program and communication protocols for questions, which must be submitted via email by November 21, 2025.
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals to be delivered to the Virginia Army National Guard in Bowling Green, VA. The agreement period will not exceed 60 months or $350,000.00. The contractor is responsible for providing all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and quality control. Key aspects include adherence to delivery schedules, security regulations, and food preparation standards, including specific meal components, storage, and sanitation. The Government will conduct quality assurance evaluations based on a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) and defines acceptable quality levels for delivery timelines, discrepancies, and food temperatures. The contractor must designate a Contract Manager (CM) and comply with all applicable publications, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). No Government-furnished property or services will be provided.
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the Virginia Army National Guard to receive prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals delivered to Bowling Green, VA. The agreement period is capped at 60 months or $350,000.00. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary resources, excluding government-furnished items, for meal preparation and delivery. Key requirements include individualized packaging for most meals, adherence to specific nutritional content for each meal type, and strict food preparation and storage guidelines to ensure safety and quality. The SOW also details contractor responsibilities regarding installation access, security, and compliance with anti-trafficking in persons policies. A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) will be used by the Government to evaluate contractor performance, specifically focusing on delivery timelines and accuracy, with outlined acceptable quality levels and surveillance methods.
    The Virginia Army National Guard requires prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals to be delivered to Fairfax, Virginia. The contractor must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and quality control. The agreement will not exceed 60 months or $350,000.00. Meal delivery dates and locations will be specified in individual call orders. The contractor must comply with all installation regulations, including security and safety, and be prepared for unscheduled gate closures. The Government will evaluate performance using a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. The contractor must designate a Contract Manager to ensure performance and resolve issues. A zero-tolerance policy for trafficking in persons is strictly enforced. The contractor is responsible for ensuring food quality, proper preparation, storage, and hygiene, adhering to FDA Food Code guidelines, and providing specific meal components for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Deliveries must occur within two hours of food being removed from temperature control, and discrepancies must be corrected within 90 minutes. Menus must be submitted within seven calendar days of receiving each order.
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