The document is a Sources Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs seeking information on contractors to provide food service worker support at two medical facilities in the South Texas Veterans Health Care System. The contract encompasses a base year plus four optional renewal years. Key requirements highlight the provision of sanitation, nourishment, and snack services compliant with established food safety standards such as the 2022 FDA Food Code and National Restaurant Association ServSafe training. Contractors are expected to maintain high operational standards, employing certified personnel to manage kitchen sanitation, nourishing patients, and conducting ware washing operations. A critical feature is the contract’s emphasis on compliance with performance monitoring through inspections by VA supervisory staff, with a focus on ensuring safety and quality in food service operations. The notice details responsibilities including managing food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring staff professionalism. It outlines contractor qualifications, operational hours, and necessary certifications while clarifying that contractor employees will not be deemed VA employees. The document serves as a foundational step in determining procurement approaches for federal food service operations, gathering capabilities for potential bidders in future solicitations.