MEAL SERVICE - 2BDE JCLC FORT DEVENS MEALS
ID: W9124D25QA120Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

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Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is soliciting proposals for a meal service contract to support the Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) at Fort Devens, Massachusetts. The contract requires the provision of all personnel, equipment, supplies, and services necessary to prepare and serve meals for up to 385 cadets and 40 cadre members during two sessions, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This non-personal service contract emphasizes the importance of high-quality meal services in a military training environment, with specific operational guidelines outlined in the Performance Work Statement. Interested vendors, particularly those classified as Women-Owned Small Businesses, should note that the total funding amount is projected at $9,000,000, and proposals must be submitted by the specified deadline. For further inquiries, contact Renete Barnett-Morgan at renete.l.barnett-morgan.civ@army.mil or 502-624-6878.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a non-personal service contract to provide meal services for the United States Army Cadet Command's Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) at Fort Devens, MA. The contractor is responsible for preparing and serving meals for two sessions with up to 385 cadets and 40 cadre members each. Meals must be cooked at the contractor’s facility and transported to the military dining facility at Fort Devens, where the contractor will set up serving lines and ensure compliance with health and safety standards, including OSHA regulations. Key tasks include providing serving equipment, maintaining food temperature, and ensuring quality control via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). The document specifies operational guidelines, including handling dietary restrictions, recognized holidays, and security clearances for personnel. The contractor must also comply with Fort Devens’ regulations and attend periodic meetings to discuss performance with the government's Contracting Officer Representative (COR). This PWS emphasizes contractor accountability and the provision of high-quality meal services within the guidelines dictated by military and health standards.
    The document addresses various questions and answers regarding meal service requirements for an event under the federal RFP W9124D25QA120. The primary focus is on the catering logistics for a June program serving a group of participants. Key details include that there is no fixed team size required, and fully cooked scrambled eggs are to be served, with planning for two eggs per person. Beverages can be served from dispensers or individual bottles. The lunch serving times were clarified to avoid overlaps with breakfast, and vendors are responsible for providing necessary equipment to keep food warm and serve it. The menu composition, particularly the proportions of breakfast items, is subject to approval by the camp commander, ensuring adult portion sizes are met for adequate nutrition during training. Overall, the document provides comprehensive guidance for catering services in compliance with specified requirements.
    The document outlines a solicitation for a contract specifically aimed at Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide commercial products and services. It details essential information including requisition, contract numbers, solicitation numbers, and key dates such as the issue date and the due date for offers. The document emphasizes that this acquisition falls under various classifications (e.g., NAICS) and speaks to the potential funding amount of USD 9,000,000. It is structured to require the contractor to acknowledge terms and conditions, deliver the required products, and submit invoices as per indicated procedures. Additionally, there are placeholders for signatures from both the contractor and the contracting officer upon acceptance of the offer. This solicitation demonstrates the government’s commitment to involving small women-owned businesses in significant procurement processes, thereby supporting economic equity and diversity in federal contracting.
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