W9124D25QA086 Little Rock MEPS
ID: W9124D25QA086Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6b95c941f8494af3a25e7ca8c37e007b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to provide boxed meals for applicants at the Little Rock Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) from May 1, 2025, through April 30, 2026, with options for two additional one-year periods. The contractor will be responsible for delivering approximately 5,667 meals, adhering to strict food safety and health regulations, and ensuring compliance with federal acquisition standards, including employee training on security protocols. This procurement is particularly aimed at enhancing opportunities for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) while fulfilling essential logistical needs for military processing. Interested parties should contact Robert Applewhite at robert.applewhite.civ@army.mil or 520-945-8948 for further details, with a guaranteed procurement amount of $1,500 and adherence to specified deadlines for proposal submissions.

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    IA02_Little Rock Noon Meals-Product and Delivery Specifications.pdf
    The Little Rock Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) requires a contractor to provide boxed noon meals for Armed Forces applicants processed at its facility. The contractor must comply with specific food sourcing and health regulations, including self-inspections and subcontractor notifications. Employee training is mandated on antiterrorism, iWATCH, and Operational Security (OPSEC), with documentation of completion required for security access. Meals will be served on designated weekdays, with variations for weekends and extended hours processing days, and each meal must meet detailed content specifications, including sandwiches, beverages, and condiments. Deliveries are to be made in protective packaging, ensuring food safety, with a total estimated annual requirement of approximately 264 meal days. The contractor is responsible for daily meal counts submitted by the MEPS and must manage invoicing and payment through Government Purchase Cards. Historical meal data is provided for reference but does not guarantee future needs. This RFP outlines the essential logistics and compliance necessary for contractors involved in feeding applicants at the MEPS, reflecting broader government contracting standards and operational requirements.
    IB08_Solicitation - W9124D25QA086.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for a contract directed at Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) to provide catered boxed meals at the Little Rock Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026. It includes procedural information, such as requisition and solicitation numbers, due dates, and contact details for inquiries. The contract specifies delivering 5,667 meals, with an option for an additional contract period extending to April 30, 2028. It highlights budgetary specifications with a guaranteed procurement amount of $1,500. The solicitation incorporates federal acquisition regulations and clauses concerning the contract's execution and vendor compliance, including payment processes via the Wide Area Workflow system. The primary purpose of the solicitation aims to enhance procurement opportunities for WOSBs while ensuring quality service delivery for military processing needs. Proper compliance with regulations and specifications is emphasized throughout the document, conveying its importance within the framework of federal procurement and small business assistance initiatives.
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