Annual Training Meals
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, NH Army National Guard, is soliciting quotes for Annual Training Meals at the Center Strafford Training Site, NH. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires the provision of breakfast and dinner meals for a 5-day training period in June 2026. Quotes are due by May 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all personnel, supervision, subsistence, and other items necessary to prepare and deliver meals. This includes:
- Off-site preparation of breakfast (340 EA) and dinner (350 EA) meals.
- On-site delivery and serving of meals at 19 Austin Cate Drive, Center Strafford, NH 03884.
- Maintenance of a dining facility, including setup and cleanliness.
- Ensuring all food handlers meet health and safety regulations.
- Providing condiments, tableware, and a minimum of three beverage options per meal.
- Meals must adhere to the "237th AT FY26 Meal Plan" and maintain specific temperature controls (hot at 135F, cold below 41F).
- The period of performance is June 22-26, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- NAICS: 722320 (Catering, $9.0M small business size standard)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Questions Due: May 13, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Quotes Due: May 22, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Quotes Validity: 60 days
- Published Date: May 18, 2026 (Amendment 1)
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on evaluation factors detailed in the Provisions and Clauses document (IAW FAR 52.212-2). For an "Acceptable" technical rating, bidders must demonstrate:
- Meal Plan Compliance: Meeting all dietary, menu, and service requirements.
- Facility & Health Code Compliance: Submission of a valid state or local health department license/permit for a certified commercial/industrial kitchen.
- Food Safety Certifications: Proof of valid, current food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe) for the primary food service manager or head chef.
- Safe Transport & Temperature Control: A detailed narrative on equipment and procedures for maintaining safe food temperatures during transport and delivery. Failure to meet any of these criteria will result in an "Unacceptable" technical rating.
Additional Notes
- This solicitation requires active System for Award Management (SAM) registration at the time of award.
- FOB Destination is required to 19 Austin Cate Drive, Center Strafford, NH 03884.
- Government may adjust serving times with 24-hour notice and meal quantities with 72-hour notice.