Prepared Delivered Meals, Fairfax County VA
ID: W912LQ26QA011Type: Solicitation
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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, specifically the Virginia Army National Guard, is soliciting bids for prepared delivered meals to be provided in Fairfax County, Virginia. The procurement involves establishing blanket purchase agreements (BPAs) for the delivery of breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals over a period not exceeding 60 months, with a maximum ceiling of $350,000. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that military personnel receive nutritious meals in a timely manner, adhering to specific dietary and preparation standards outlined in the Statement of Work. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically by December 9, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Curtis L. Gardner at curtis.l.gardner6.civ@army.mil.

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    This government file outlines regulations concerning Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services. It prohibits agencies from procuring or extending contracts for equipment or services that use Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology. The document defines key terms such as 'Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services,' 'covered mission,' 'critical technology,' and 'substantial or essential component,' referencing specific clauses and sections from the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019. Offerors must review a list of excluded parties on the System for Award Management (SAM) when providing such equipment, systems, or services. If an offeror's annual representations in SAM indicate they provide Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services as part of their offerings, they must complete an additional representation. If they will provide such equipment or services as part of their offered products, they must provide a detailed description of the equipment and an explanation of its proposed use, including brand, manufacturer, model number, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) number, and wholesale or item description.
    This government file outlines specific regulations and definitions for federal contracts, focusing on small business concerns and various certifications. It details requirements for Offerors regarding annual representations and certifications, emphasizing electronic submission through the System for Award Management (SAM). Key definitions include "Women-Owned Small Business Concern" and "Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business Concern," specifying ownership and control criteria. It also defines "Manufactured End Product," excluding certain agricultural products and services. The document addresses prohibitions against contracting for certain telecommunications and video surveillance services or equipment, particularly those from Chinese companies like Huawei and ZTE. It specifies conditions under which these prohibitions apply and offers exceptions for components not used in critical systems. Additionally, it clarifies requirements for identifying the applicable paragraphs of the provision that the offeror has completed for the purposes of the solicitation.
    This government file outlines specific regulations for small business concerns and defines "business concern" for the purpose of government contracting. It details conditions under which a contractor must represent its small business status, particularly when there are changes in ownership or control, or after a merger. The document specifies reporting requirements for contractors, including timeframes for re-certifying their size and socio-economic status after certain events like contract modifications or mergers. It also addresses exemptions and specific conditions for joint ventures and unpopulated joint ventures, particularly concerning set-aside contracts. The file includes clauses related to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, HUBZone small businesses, and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses, ensuring compliance with relevant federal programs and certifications.
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    This document outlines the ordering procedures for a government Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) related to meal services, differentiating between centralized and decentralized processes. Centralized orders, managed by the Virginia Army National Guard (VA ARNG) Purchasing and Contracting (P&C) Office, require submission 60 days in advance, with the contractor receiving an official order 30 days prior to delivery. These orders have a $25,000 individual purchase limit within a $350,000 or five-year BPA ceiling. Decentralized orders, placed by appointed Ordering Officers (OO) and verified by the contractor, must be submitted 30 days in advance and are limited to the micro-purchase threshold ($15,000 for non-P&C OOs). Both procedures mandate firm-fixed pricing, with price adjustments reviewed annually. All orders are binding upon contractor acknowledgment, and payment for centralized orders is via Wide Area Workflow, while decentralized orders use Government Purchase Cards (GPC), with specific invoicing requirements based on the OO's office.
    This document addresses questions regarding solicitations W912LQ-26-Q-A006, W912LQ-26-Q-A007, and W912LQ-26-Q-A011 for prepared delivered meals in Virginia. Key points include that electric chafers are not required, specific delivery locations will be on call orders, and this is a new acquisition, so no historical bid data or previous BPA holder information is available. Invoicing will be done through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). Base access prerequisites are required per SOW section 1.4.5, and delivery instructions will be coordinated with the contractor. A standard 5-day menu is acceptable for all three locations, and holiday meals can differ. Pricing evaluations will use FAR 13.106-3 to ensure reasonableness and detect unbalanced pricing. Initially, all orders will be centralized. Subcontractors are permitted, but letters of commitment are not required at submission. The number of BPA holders will be determined by the Contracting Officer, and hot food must arrive at the location in accordance with SOW section 5.1.
    The Virginia Army National Guard is seeking bids from Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) for prepared and delivered meals in Fairfax County, VA. The solicitation, W912LQ-26-Q-A011, requires contractors to provide hot breakfast, lunch, dinner, and holiday meals at a firm-fixed price. Key submission requirements include a signed information sheet, completed representations and certifications, unit pricing for all meal types, a five-day menu for daily meals, at least one holiday meal menu, and documentation of at least two past performances for similar federal meal delivery or catering services. Offers are due by December 1, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST, and will be evaluated based on price and meal quality without discussions. The contract incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including specific requirements for item unique identification and electronic invoicing via the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.
    This document is an amendment to Solicitation Number W912LQ26QA011 for prepared and delivered meals in Fairfax County, VA. The amendment extends the response due date to December 9, 2025, no later than 11:00 AM EST, and updates the Statement of Work. Offerors must submit electronic quotes via email, including a signed information sheet, completed representations and certifications, unit pricing for specific line items, a five-day menu for hot meals, at least one holiday meal menu, and documentation of at least two previous similar federal contracts. Quotes will be evaluated based on price, quality of meals, and past performance. The document also outlines procedures for agency protests and communication with the government, specifying that questions are due by November 21, 2025.
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the Virginia Army National Guard to acquire prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals delivered to Fairfax County, Virginia. The agreement period will not exceed 60 months or $350,000.00. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary resources, excluding government-furnished items, to perform meal deliveries as defined. Key aspects include adherence to delivery dates and locations specified in individual call orders, compliance with installation access and security regulations, and the designation of a Contract Manager with full authority to act on daily operational matters. The SOW details specific meal requirements, preparation standards (e.g., no deep-frying, fresh preparation, proper temperatures), food storage, and sanitation. The government will evaluate performance according to a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), with specific acceptable quality levels for delivery timelines and discrepancies. The document also highlights a zero-tolerance policy for trafficking in persons. No government-furnished property, materials, equipment, or services will be provided under this agreement.
    The Virginia Army National Guard requires prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals to be delivered to Fairfax County, VA. The agreement period will not exceed 60 months or $350,000.00, whichever occurs first. The contractor is responsible for providing all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and quality control. Meals must be delivered in individualized containers, except for holiday meals. Specific dietary requirements include no deep-fat frying, use of lean ground meats, whole grain bread products, and low-fat yogurt. All food preparation and storage must comply with FDA Food Code guidelines. Deliveries must occur within two hours of food being removed from temperature control, with a maximum of two late deliveries in six months and no more than ten missing/incorrect or incorrectly temperatured meals per delivery. The contractor must also comply with installation access, security, and anti-trafficking in persons policies.
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