3BDE JCLC DODGE MEALS

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarification on industry questions related to solicitation W9124D26QA162 for 3BDE JCLC DODGE MEALS.

• Invoicing Flexibility: The Government will NOT utilize progress or milestone-based invoicing for this action. Standard invoicing will be used upon delivery and acceptance of services.
• Contract Financing: Complex contract financing (progress or milestone payments) is generally reserved for long-lead-time production or construction efforts and will not be applied here.
• Planning Meeting: The contractor is required to attend a planning coordination meeting on May 11, 2026.
• Service Period: Services are to be provided in accordance with the PWS from May 26-30, 2026.

This clarification confirms that standard invoicing procedures will be followed, not progress or milestone-based payments. It also specifies the date for a planning meeting and the service performance period.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation W9124D26QA162, originally dated April 22, 2026. The primary change is to correct the wording for CLIN 0004. It changes the description from "CADRE DINNER MEALS" to "CADRE BREAKFAST MEALS", both in accordance with PWS 5.3.3 and for a total of 120 meals (30 cadre x 4 days).

• CLIN 0004 description

This amendment does not appear to change the proposal submission deadline or evaluation factors. It is an administrative correction to the CLIN description.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide a full meal support system for cadets and cadre participating in the Army Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) at Camp Dodge, Iowa.

• Provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, and supervision for meal preparation, serving, and cleanup.

• Serve approximately 85 cadets and 30 cadre.

• Set up and maintain two serving lines for breakfast and dinner.

• Provide box or bag lunches on May 30, 2026.

• Coordinate menus with the Government POC during a resource working group on May 11, 2025.

• Contractor must ensure food is ready for serving at prescribed times.

• Contractor must set up all equipment 30 minutes prior to serving time.

• Performance threshold for timely food preparation is rated no less than 95% of prescribed timelines.

• Contractor must maintain a professional demeanor and wear clean clothing.

• Period of Performance: May 11, 2026 to May 30, 2026.

• Place of Performance: Dining facility inside barracks building S53 at Camp Dodge, Johnston, IA.

• Contractor personnel are not required to have security clearances.

• Employees must meet board of health standards and food handling requirements, and be aware of OSHA regulations.

• Contractor must provide a Quality Control Plan.

• Contractor must comply with all personal identity verification requirements.

• Consideration must be made for vegetarian meals for approximately 4-6 people per meal.

• The government will provide a serving area. All other items are contractor furnished.

• Contract type: Firm fixed price.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (W9124D26QA162) is for a commercial acquisition using FAR Part 12, set aside for small business concerns. The government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price contract for a full meal support system for cadets and cadre participating in the Army Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) Camp Dodge at Camp Dodge Joint Maneuver Training Center (JMTC) in Johnston, Iowa. The services are required from May 26-30, 2026, with a planning coordination meeting on May 11, 2026.

• Provision of a full meal support system.

• Specific meal requirements include:

  • CADET BREAKFAST MEALS: 255 each
  • CADET LUNCH MEALS: 85 each
  • CADET DINNER MEALS: 255 each
  • CADRE DINNER MEALS: 120 each (two line items for 120 each)

• All services are to be performed in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Inspection and Acceptance will be conducted in accordance with the PWS.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: May 11, 2026 to May 30, 2026

• NAICS Code: 722310 (Food Service Contractors)

• Size Standard: USD 47,000,000.00

• Offerors must submit quotes prior to the closing date and time identified on SF 1449, block 8 (April 30, 2026, 10:00 AM Local Time).

• Quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist.

• Electronic submissions via facsimile will not be accepted.

• Award will be made to the lowest priced, responsive, responsible offeror.

• The low offer will be analyzed for fair and reasonable pricing.

• Quotes must remain valid for 60 days after the closing date.

• Offerors are encouraged to present their best prices in their initial quote submission.

• The government intends to award without discussions.

• This acquisition is a total small business set-aside.

• Offerors must possess a valid UEI number and be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial products and services, small business set-asides, and payment instructions (WAWF).

• A PWS and Wage Determination are attached as contract documents.

• Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing by April 27, 2026, 10:00 AM ET.

Wage Determination

This document provides the official wage determination for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for the specified area in Iowa (Counties of Dallas, Guthrie, Madison, Polk, Warren). It outlines the minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits for each listed occupation.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to contracts covered by the Service Contract Act. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums.

• Occupational Listings: The document lists numerous occupations with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates. Bidders should review this list to identify the rates applicable to the work required by the solicitation.

• Fringe Benefits: All listed occupations are entitled to specific fringe benefits, detailed separately. These include Health & Welfare benefits and paid sick leave provisions under Executive Orders 13706 and 13658.

• Executive Orders: The document references Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining specific requirements and minimum rates that may apply.

• Conformance Process: Information is provided on how to request additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation required for the contract is not listed in this determination.

• Uniform Allowance: Requirements for providing or reimbursing uniform costs are outlined.

• This wage determination is subject to annual adjustments.

• Specific footnotes detail exceptions or additional requirements for certain occupations, such as computer employees and air traffic controllers.

• A hazardous pay differential may apply to certain positions.