The New York Army National Guard has a requirement for Meals – Pre-Packaged (To-Go Style) to Building 803 Camp Nett (Niantic), Connecticut from 31 May 2025 to 14 June 2025.
ID: W912PQ-25-Q-A012Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NR USPFO ACTIVITY NY ARNGLATHAM, NY, 12110-2224, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

MEAT, POULTRY, AND FISH (8905)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cd463051336e49ebb6dd303bb0c709fa/view
Timeline
    Description

    The New York Army National Guard (NYARNG) is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses to provide pre-packaged meals for delivery to Building 803 at Camp Nett in Niantic, Connecticut, from May 31 to June 14, 2025. The contract requires the provision of breakfast and dinner meals, with specific quantities and a detailed 21-day menu that includes a variety of nutritious options, ensuring compliance with military food service regulations. This procurement is crucial for supporting the dietary needs of military personnel during their training exercises, emphasizing quality and safety standards. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by May 5, 2025, at 0800 Eastern Time, and can contact Richard W. Powell at richard.w.powell44.mil@army.mil or Melissa Santoro at melissa.santoro2.civ@army.mil for further information.

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    NYARNG Catering 21 Day Menu_Updated 2 MAY 2023.pdf
    The NYARNG 21 Day Catering Menus provide detailed meal specifications for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, utilizing a percentage-based approach with item quantities determined by the headcount. Breakfast menus include items such as hard-boiled eggs, pancakes, various meats, cereals, yogurts, and drinks like coffee and juice, with varied combinations across six options. Lunch menus cover a range of entrees like beef stew, chicken stir fry, and baked ham, accompanied by side dishes, salads, desserts, and beverage options. Dinner selections include items such as Swedish meatballs, roast pork chops, and baked chicken, with similar accompaniments and drink choices as lunch. Each menu emphasizes balanced nutrition and offers alternatives for dietary preferences, ensuring comprehensive meal plans for all attendees. This catering guideline serves as a structured framework for food service providers to deliver meals that meet government dietary standards, emphasizing quantity, variety, and nutritional balance while catering to a potentially large clientele.
    Solicitation - W912PQ25QA012.pdf
    This government solicitation document outlines a contract opportunity specifically for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) and provides details for the procurement of pre-packaged meals for the New York Army National Guard (NYARNG) at Camp Nett, Connecticut. The contract includes a requisition number, contract details, and award specifications, indicating a total award amount of $47 million for services that span from May 31, 2025, to June 14, 2025. Key items listed in the solicitation include breakfast and dinner meals, with required quantities and delivery schedules to specified addresses in Rochester, NY. The document emphasizes the application of various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, including guidelines for unique item identification, subcontracting limitations, and payment processes via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). It encourages participation from small business sectors, particularly those owned by economically disadvantaged women, service-disabled veterans, and those in historically underutilized business zones (HUBZone). Overall, it serves to enhance government procurement efficiency while promoting inclusivity for small business participation in federal contracts.
    Statement of Work (Drop Off Meals)_ B Co 642 ASC.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide and deliver meals to the New York Army National Guard (NYARNG) at Camp Nett, Connecticut, from May 31 to June 14, 2025. The contractor must comply with federal, state, and military food service regulations, ensuring meals meet specific nutritional standards. Delivery times are primarily scheduled for breakfast (0600-0730) and dinner (1700-1830). The document specifies the quantity and types of meals required each day, with a total of 105 meals scheduled for dinner and breakfast on designated days. Meal components must include various food groups and comply with guidelines from MyPlate.gov and other technical manuals. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for food safety, hygiene, and maintaining quality as per Army standards. Proper employee qualifications and compliance with health codes are mandated, and the contractor must abide by access control and safety regulations at Army installations. Any alterations to meal orders must be communicated with a minimum of 48 hours' notice. This SOW exemplifies the structured approach the government employs in soliciting services to ensure mission readiness and adherence to rigorous food safety standards for military personnel.
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