NGRF Meals
ID: W912TF26QA002Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NN USPFO ACTIVITY NH ARNGCONCORD, NH, 03301-5607, USA

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/952ed5d6f25f43d5aca79c016a76886c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army National Guard, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide meal services for the NH Army National Guard at the Manchester Readiness Center from February 9-13, 2026. The procurement includes the preparation, delivery, setup, serving, and cleanup of breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals, with specific quantities and menu options outlined in the attached Statement of Work and Meal Plan. This contract is critical for ensuring that service members receive nutritious meals during their training, with a total of 640 breakfast and dinner meals and 160 lunch meals required over the specified dates. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 16, 2026, and direct any technical or contractual inquiries to Richard Trafton or Keith Abbott via email, ensuring they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award consideration.

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    Addendum to FAR 52.212-2_W912TF26QA002.pdf
    This addendum outlines the evaluation criteria for awarding a Purchase Order for commercial products and services, emphasizing price and technical factors in accordance with FAR 13, Simplified Acquisition procedures. Price evaluation ensures all line items are priced according to the solicitation and deemed reasonable and balanced. Technical evaluation focuses on "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable" criteria, requiring quoters to detail how they meet salient characteristics for each item. Acceptable quotes must confirm the ability to provide meals as per the SOW, provide delivery requirements with food temperature measures, demonstrate proper staffing, provide the physical address and photographic documentation of the commercial kitchen, and submit a valid food service license with a recent health inspection report showing resolved critical violations. Unacceptable quotes fail to meet these technical requirements, including addressing all line items, confirming meal provision, providing proper staffing, or submitting the required evidence, or if the facility fails to meet commercial kitchen requirements.
    NGRF MEAL PLAN FEB26.pdf
    This government file, "NGRF Food Contract FEB26," details a five-day food service contract for the Manchester Readiness Center (1059 Canal St. Manchester, NH 03101) from February 9-13, 2026. The contract specifies daily meal counts of 160 for various meals, including lunch, dinner, and breakfast, along with the exact times for each meal. Each day's entry lists two distinct menu options for each meal, ensuring variety. For instance, February 9th includes lunch and dinner, with options like Baked Quartered Chicken or Roast Pork. February 10th-12th includes breakfast and dinner, with menus featuring French Toast, Baked Ham, Teriyaki Chicken, and Meat Loaf. The final day, February 13th, specifies breakfast only, offering Pancakes or a similar alternative. The file provides comprehensive menu details, including main courses, sides, beverages, and condiments, highlighting the meticulous planning for food services at the facility.
    NGRF Meals SOW FEB26.pdf
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide meal services for the NH Army National Guard at the Manchester Readiness Center from February 9-13, 2026. The contractor is responsible for off-site preparation, delivery, setup, serving, and cleanup of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, adhering to the "NGRF Meal Plan FEB26." Key responsibilities include furnishing all personnel, maintaining quality control, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and providing on-site staff. The SOW specifies delivery times, meal quantity adjustments, and dictates that the facility kitchen is for serving line setup only. The contractor must also manage sanitation, progressively replenish food, handle leftovers properly, provide at least three beverages per meal, maintain food temperatures, offer condiments, and supply disposable tableware. The document also defines roles such as the Contracting Officer and Supervisor.
    W912TF26QA002_Provisions and Clauses.pdf
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