1-133rd IN Meals (14-17 NOV 2024) Camp Dodge, IA
ID: W912LP-25-Q-5003Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7M8 USPFO ACTIVITY IA ARNGJOHNSTON, IA, 50131-1824, USA

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Iowa Army National Guard is soliciting quotes for meal services for the Charlie Company 1-133rd Infantry during a training event at Camp Dodge, Iowa, from November 14 to 17, 2024. The procurement requires the delivery of 1,802 breakfast meals and 1,825 dinner meals, adhering to specific nutritional guidelines and safety standards, with detailed meal plans provided in the associated documents. This opportunity emphasizes the importance of logistical support in military training operations, ensuring adequate nutrition for personnel. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically or via fax by 10:00 a.m. local time on November 8, 2024, and can direct inquiries to the Contract Specialist, Mr. Hunter Maeder, at hunter.d.maeder.mil@army.mil or the Contracting Officer, Ms. Megan Kaszinski, at megan.r.kaszinski.civ@army.mil.

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    The Iowa Army National Guard's Charlie Company 1-133rd Infantry is soliciting quotes for meal services during a training period at Camp Dodge from November 14-17, 2024. The Request for Quote (RFQ) W912LP-25-Q-5003 seeks 1,802 breakfast meals and 1,825 dinner meals. This solicitation follows federal procedures, emphasizing a streamlined process aligned with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, uniquely set aside for small businesses under the NAICS code 722310. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically or via fax by 10:00 a.m. local time on November 8, 2024. Compliance with various federal provisions and clauses relating to supplier performance, and ethical operations is required. A completed contractor information and pricing table must accompany all submissions. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest priced quote that meets the minimum requirements specified. All inquiries should be directed to the provided contracting officers before the established deadline. This document represents an essential component of government procurement processes for logistical support in military training operations.
    The Iowa Army National Guard’s C Co has issued a Meals Requirements Statement for a training event scheduled from November 14 to 17, 2024, at Camp Dodge Training Center, Johnston, IA. The contractor must deliver prepared meals to a centralized location, with specific meal counts provided for six companies. Food temperature checks must be conducted upon delivery to ensure safety standards, with specified serving and cleanup responsibilities outlined for both contractor and unit personnel. The government must provide tables for meal service but will not supply appliances, while the contractor is responsible for all food containers and utensils. Meals must adhere to established nutritional guidelines, with the government supplying the menu and allowing minor deviations subject to approval. Serving times are set, and the contractor must ensure adequate staffing for meal service setup. Food safety is emphasized, mandating compliance with established temperature controls and health guidelines. All headcounts will be documented to ensure accountability, and remaining food must remain on site after meals. Billing will follow military invoicing processes. This document represents a formal procurement solicitation from the government, focusing on catered meal services for military training, emphasizing compliance, safety, and specific logistical arrangements for efficient meal delivery and service.
    The provided document outlines meal plans for a series of meals scheduled from November 14 to November 17, 2024, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner options with specific menu items and headcount figures. The meal details highlight various recipes indicated by their corresponding recipe numbers and include food items such as Beef Stew, Chicken Gumbo, and scrambled eggs, catering to a headcount spanning approximately 489 to 657 individuals per meal occasion. The document appears to serve as a logistical framework for planning food provisions within the context of federal grants or RFPs related to meal service management. The organized structure indicates meal types separated by days, facilitating understanding of dietary requirements and resource allocation. Overall, it exemplifies a governmental effort to ensure adequate nutrition through appropriate meal planning for a large group, underlining the importance of detailed food service planning in grant applications and contract fulfillments.
    The RFQ # W912LP-25-Q-5003 outlines a request for contractor quotes to provide meal services (breakfast and dinner) for the C Co 1-133 IN unit from November 14-17, 2024, during the CDJMTC event. Contractors must complete and submit the Contractor Information and Pricing Tables as part of their official quote. The Pricing Table specifies the quantity and pricing structure for the meals, while the Contractor Information Table requires the contractor's details, including company name, contact information, CAGE Code, SAM Unique Entity ID, Tax ID Number, payment terms, and business size/socio-economic group. The intent of this RFQ is to procure meal services for military personnel at a specified event, adhering to federal procurement guidelines and regulations. The completion of the provided tables is essential for the submission to be considered valid. This document illustrates the federal government's structured approach to collaboration with contractors in fulfilling specific logistical needs.
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