San Jose MEPS W9124D25QA080
ID: W9124D25QA080Type: Solicitation
AwardedApr 30, 2025
$353.5K$353,520
AwardeeSPACE AGE ENGINEERING, INC Chatsworth CA 91311 USA
Award #:W9124D25PA055
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/319e847033b547958fe0acdcef43ad71/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command, is soliciting proposals for a contract to provide boxed meals for applicants at the San Jose Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contractor will be responsible for preparing, transporting, and serving meals during approximately 264 service days from May 1, 2025, through April 30, 2026, with options for two additional years. This procurement is crucial for ensuring that applicants receive nutritious meals during their processing, adhering to state and local health standards while promoting opportunities for small businesses, particularly women-owned entities. Interested parties can contact Robert Applewhite at robert.applewhite.civ@army.mil or 520-945-8948 for further details, with a minimum procurement value of $1,500 and a total contract value estimated at $47 million.

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    IA02_PWS _ W9124D25QA080_ San Jose Noon Meals.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing noon meals to Armed Forces applicants at the San Jose Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contractor is responsible for preparing meals in a licensed facility, transporting, and serving them on specified days, excluding legal holidays. Compliance with security training and access requirements for contractor employees is mandatory. The document details food specifications, including meal contents and delivery procedures, while emphasizing adherence to state and local health standards. A total of approximately 264 service days are anticipated, with additional meal services for extended processing hours as needed. The contractor must maintain cleanliness, as well as properly prepare and package boxed meals with specific nutritional content. Daily meal counts will be communicated by MEPS by 8:00 a.m., and the contractor is required to keep accurate records of meal service for verification. This PWS is aimed at ensuring high-quality food service for applicants undergoing processing, thus fulfilling the operational needs of MEPS while adhering to federal regulations.
    IB08_Solicitation - W9124D25QA080.pdf
    This document outlines a solicitation for a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) contract associated with providing boxed meals, specifically sub sandwiches, to applicants at the San Jose Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The contract covers a base period from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, with options extending to 2028. The government guarantees a minimum procurement value of $1,500 for meals, with total award amounts reaching approximately $47 million. The contractor must adhere to various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses detailing compliance, reporting requirements, and specifics on invoicing and payment processes. It emphasizes the importance of small business set-asides, providing opportunities for economically disadvantaged and veteran-owned businesses. The document provides detailed clauses regarding contract terms, delivery schedules, and contractor obligations. This solicitation indicates the government's commitment to fostering business with women-owned entities while also addressing procurement needs for military service operations. Overall, it reflects a structured approach to contracting aimed at both operational efficiency and the promotion of diversity in federal contracting.
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