Yellow Ribbon Event Multiple Award Blanket Purchase Agreement
ID: W912SV-25-Q-0001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NE USPFO ACTIVITY MA ARNGDEVENS, MA, 01434-3505, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

SOCIAL- RECREATIONAL (G003)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d2e9c4d6792e4c02830acc6d40753b36/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Massachusetts Army National Guard (MARNG), is seeking qualified vendors to establish multiple Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for Yellow Ribbon Event Services, aimed at supporting deploying military units and their families. The contractor will be responsible for providing event space, catering services, and necessary equipment for approximately 20 events over a five-year period, with a total maximum order limit of $865,390.00. These services are crucial for the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program, which facilitates information events for deploying units, ensuring tailored support for both service members and their families. Interested vendors must submit their quotes and capability statements via email to the designated contacts by the specified deadline, adhering to the Total Small Business set-aside requirements under NAICS code 722310.

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    Performance Work Statement (PWS)_FINAL - Copy.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide event space and catering services for the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program, designed to support deploying military units and their families. The contractor is responsible for all necessary personnel, equipment, and quality control for events held within a 15-mile radius of Worcester, MA, from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2030, with an estimated total of 20 events (4 annually). Key services include validated event parking, catering with dietary options, and A/V technology. Specific requirements mandate exclusive meeting spaces, a general session ballroom for large groups, multiple breakout session rooms, counseling facilities, and youth accommodations. Additionally, the contractor must ensure all facilities are set up for use from 6 AM to 6 PM. Quality assurance standards are established for meeting spaces and catering services, ensuring cleanliness, food safety, and adequate resources for all attendees. The document highlights the importance of safeguarding government property and emphasizes compliance with anti-trafficking policies. This RFP serves the dual purpose of ensuring effective service delivery for military reintegration events while adhering to government standards and regulations.
    PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES.docx
    This government file details the provisions and clauses applicable to solicitations for commercial products and services outlined in federal requests for proposals (RFPs). It highlights incorporated provisions such as instructions to offerors, evaluation criteria, and representations and certifications requirements. In addition, it lists specific clauses related to various federal regulations, including restrictions on subcontractor sales, limitations on payments to influence federal transactions, and requirements for utilizing small businesses. The document emphasizes adherence to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions, including the prohibition on contracting for equipment associated with certain telecommunications and video surveillance services. It mandates representations regarding telecommunications equipment usage and requires disclosures based on the nature of the offeror's involvement in government contracts. The purpose of this file is to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks governing procurement processes, particularly focused on transparency, integrity, and the promotion of small business utilization. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive reference for contractors navigating the complexities of federal acquisition, ensuring they meet statutory and compliance obligations.
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