NY ARNG Catering (Drop Off Meals) Ft. Drum, NY 30MAY-12JUN
ID: W912PQ-24-Q-0020Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NR USPFO ACTIVITY NY ARNGLATHAM, NY, 12110-2224, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

MEAT, POULTRY, AND FISH (8905)

Set Aside

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

    Solicitation from the Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking catering services for drop-off meals at Fort Drum, NY. The meals must be prepared and individually packaged in compliance with the provided Statement of Work (SOW). Utensils and condiments must be included with each meal. The delivery address is specified in the SOW, and the meal quantities, delivery dates, menu options, and delivery times are outlined in the attached feed schedule. Additionally, 17 of the listed meals must be Halal meals. The award will be based on the lowest price that meets all the requirements. Interested parties should refer to the attached Request for Quotation (RFQ) for more details and specifics. Quotes, along with the requested documents outlined in sections 1.7.4 and 1.7.5 of the SOW, should be submitted via email to Richard Powell at richard.w.powell44.mil@army.mil.

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    The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary containers, plates, utensils, and serving materials for the meals. Meals should be delivered to the specified location at designated times, and must be maintained at proper temperatures. The contractor must adhere to professional standards and comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to food safety and sanitation.
    The government is soliciting offers for the provision of meals, including breakfast and dinner, to be delivered to the ORTC Building at Fort Drum, NY. The contractor must adhere to specific requirements and standards outlined in the solicitation, including food safety and sanitation standards, menu composition, and delivery times. The government reserves the right to change quantities of meals purchased during the contract period.
    The feeding schedule for contracted meals during the training dates of 30 May - 12 June 2024 at Fort Drum, NY includes dinner on 30 May at 1700 hours and breakfast on 12 June at 0700 hours. The schedule includes a total of 2252 hot meals and 521 bagged meals, with specific quantities and times listed for each day. There is a note stating that menu changes must be coordinated with the unit POC and that 17 meals per serving must be Halal.
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