Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) is issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for a qualified contractor to manage and operate on-site Micro-Markets at the Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL). The BNL has a staff of approximately 2,800, with a daily onsite presence of 1,400 to 1,600 personnel. The Micro-Markets are intended to operate 24/7 in several designated buildings, serving diverse food items while adhering to health regulations and providing robust payment options, including major credit cards.
Contractors must provide adequately stocked products, establish delivery schedules that account for weekends and holidays, and comply with local health codes. They are also responsible for training personnel, maintaining proper equipment, and conducting regular audits on food quality and operational performance. Additionally, there are optional vending services contingent upon the New York State Commission for the Blind's decision regarding service provision.
The document details contractor responsibilities, BSA support, operational requirements, and security measures while emphasizing the need for compliance with regulations and regular communication with BSA management. This initiative underscores BSA’s commitment to providing quality services for the BNL community while ensuring safety and health standards.
The Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential vendors for operating On-Site Micro-Markets at the Brookhaven National Laboratory. This notice serves as an initial market research step and is not a formal Request for Proposal or solicitation. BSA seeks capabilities from firms to meet the requirements outlined in an attached Statement of Work (SOW), with an anticipated NAICS code of 722310 for Food Service Contractors, carrying a size standard of $41.5 million. Interested parties are encouraged to submit a Statement of Capabilities (SOC), detailing their ability to meet specific operational and regulatory requirements, including compliance with state health codes and experience in managing micro-markets and vending services. Additionally, vendors must clarify their licensing status and provide examples of food and beverage items they can supply. An option for a zero-dollar contract structure, which allows vendors to retain sales revenue, is also mentioned. This initiative demonstrates BSA's intention to explore competitive acquisition avenues for food service management at its facility while considering small business participation based on responses received.