NJARNG Yellow Ribbon Post Deployment Event
ID: PANNGB-25-P-0000-007689Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NP USPFO ACTIVITY NJ ARNGJOINT BASE MDL, NJ, 08640-5600, USA

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Caterers (722320)

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FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the New Jersey Army National Guard (NJARNG), is seeking a contractor to organize the Yellow Ribbon Post Deployment Event scheduled for March 21, 2025, in Princeton, New Jersey. The contractor will be responsible for securing a venue that accommodates approximately 250 attendees, including adults and children, and must provide necessary services such as meal provisions, audio-visual equipment, and logistical support for the event. This initiative is part of the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program, which aims to assist service members and their families in navigating benefits related to deployment. Interested vendors should contact Maria Vazquez at marialourdes.o.vazquez2.civ@army.mil or Brian Aston at brian.j.aston.civ@army.mil for further details and to ensure compliance with the outlined Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and provisions.

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    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program Post Deployment Event scheduled for March 21, 2025, by the New Jersey Army National Guard. The Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program aims to support service members and their families by providing resources and guidance to navigate benefits related to deployment. The contractor is tasked with organizing a venue that accommodates approximately 250 attendees, including both adults and children, within 20 miles of Princeton, NJ. Key requirements include a main presentation room with specific audio-visual equipment, dedicated vendor areas, and a registration area. The contractor must provide meal services, addressing dietary needs and preferences. Performance objectives include timely provision of refreshments and meeting room setup. Importantly, the government will not supply facilities or services, shifting the onus onto the contractor to ensure all logistical needs are met. The document serves as a formal RFP for vendors to respond to, emphasizing the support of military families through well-organized events.
    The file outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program (YRRP) hosted by the New Jersey Army National Guard on March 21, 2025. The YRRP facilitates post-deployment support, connecting military personnel and families with resources regarding benefits and entitlements. The contractor is required to provide a venue that accommodates approximately 250 adults and children within 15 miles of Princeton, NJ, equipped with necessary conference facilities, dining services, and vendor spaces. Specific requirements include a main presentation room without obstacles, a designated registration area, and provisions for meals that cater to diverse dietary needs. The event schedule entails setup before the event and service timelines for refreshments and lunch. The contractor must ensure all audio-visual needs are met and provide free parking for participants. The summary emphasizes the government’s intent to host an organized, resourceful event aimed at supporting service members and their families during reintegration. The SOW comprehensively details the logistical, dietary, and service performance objectives to ensure a successful event. Additionally, it specifies that the government will not furnish any services or facilities, highlighting the contractor's responsibilities in executing all aspects of the event.
    The NG Agency Protest Program is designed to facilitate the resolution of disputes related to National Guard contracts through an alternative channel, minimizing reliance on external forums such as the GAO. Protests must be filed within specified timeframes and can be submitted to either the Contracting Officer or the NG Agency's Protest Decision Authority, but not both. The goal is to resolve these protests within 35 calendar days. Interested parties should submit their protests to the designated National Guard Bureau address, ensuring all submissions comply with the specified FAR regulations. Additionally, the document outlines pertinent Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses incorporated into the solicitation, detailing compliance requirements, particularly related to confidentiality, representations, contractor ethics, and small business considerations. Key provisions include prohibitions on contracting with certain companies and requirements for reporting disclosures concerning telecommunications and defense contracts. This summary focuses on the NG Agency's objective to streamline dispute resolution while emphasizing adherence to federal regulations to foster transparency and accountability in government contracting processes.
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