5BDE Red Mountain High School JCLC - DFAC
ID: PANMCC-25-0000012781Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/678b1bb065b744f88b686c4f3bda88c9/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide food service support for the Army Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge Exercise (JCLC) scheduled from April 11-14, 2025, at Camp Navajo in Bellemont, Arizona. The contractor will be responsible for preparing and serving meals for 110 cadets and 20 cadre, which includes three breakfasts, one lunch, and three dinners, along with necessary supplies and adherence to quality control measures. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the successful execution of the JCLC event, which plays a significant role in leadership training for young cadets. Interested firms must respond to the Sources Sought Notice by March 13, 2025, providing detailed information about their capabilities and experience, and can contact Ranetta M. DeRamos at ranetta.m.deramos.civ@army.mil or 502-624-8061 for further inquiries.

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    Ranetta M. DeRamos
    (502) 624-8061
    ranetta.m.deramos.civ@army.mil
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    IA02 - SSN - Approved.pdf
    The Sources Sought Notice issued by the U.S. Government seeks to procure food service support for the Army Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge Exercise scheduled for April 11-14, 2025, at Camp Navajo in Arizona. The procurement is intended for small businesses, specifically requiring responses from qualified small businesses to support a set-aside contract. The notice emphasizes that two or more responses from small businesses are necessary for the government to set aside the requirement. Interested firms are encouraged to provide detailed information about their business status, capabilities, previous experience, and pricing information to assist in assessing competition viability. The anticipated NAICS code for this procurement is 722310, which pertains to food service operations. Additionally, the notice outlines requirements for small business compliance with regulations regarding subcontracting and advises potential offerors to monitor the Government-wide Point of Entry for any forthcoming solicitations. The responses are due by March 13, 2025, and must include specific details about the firm and its capabilities. Overall, the notice serves as a preliminary step in gauging interest and facilitating competition among small businesses for federal contracting opportunities.
    PWS -DRAFT.pdf
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a non-personnel services contract for food service support for the Army JROTC Leadership Challenge Exercise hosted by the Red Mountain High School East Valley Battalion, taking place from April 11-14, 2025, at Camp Navajo, Bellemont, Arizona. The contractor is tasked with providing meals for 110 cadets and 20 cadre, encompassing meal preparation, transportation, serving, and clean-up. The required meals include three breakfasts, one lunch, and three dinners, served hot, alongside necessary supplies like cutlery and serving equipment. Quality control will be maintained through the contractor's existing quality assurance systems and evaluated by the government's Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). Contractor personnel must adhere to security requirements for Camp Navajo, including background checks and identification protocols. The PWS specifies additional responsibilities regarding cleanliness, equipment use, and service delivery timelines, as well as recognized holidays and operational details. Overall, the document serves as a comprehensive guide for contract expectations, including operational, safety, and compliance standards for the planned event.
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