APF (APPROPRIATED FUND) MENSA OPERATIONS USAG ITALY, DARBY MILITARY COMMUNITY

SOL #: W912PF26QA011Pre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Army

0414 AQ HQ CONTRACT AUG

APO, AE, 09630, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

Food Services (S203)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f4377728be0e4f27ba9db7d9271da14f/view

Timeline

Posted

Feb 11, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 13, 2026

Response Deadline

Apr 3, 2026, 12:00 PM

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 is seeking contractors for Appropriated Fund (APF) Mensa Operations at USAG Italy, Darby Military Community. This Presolicitation outlines requirements for comprehensive food services. A Request for Quotation (RFQ) is anticipated to result in a Firm Fixed Price Requirements Type Contract. Responses are due by April 3, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide all Mensa services, including purchasing, preparing, cooking, and serving food and drink items, as well as cleaning assigned areas. This requires providing all labor, management, tools, supplies, chemicals, and supervision. Services must comply with all applicable US and Host Nation laws and regulations, including Italian A.S.L., Host Nation Public Sanitary Department standards, Italian food service law (D.lgs. 81/2008), and various US Army food regulations (e.g., AR 30-22, DA PAM 30-22, TB MED 530).

Contract & Timeline

Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) leading to a Firm Fixed Price Requirements Type Contract.
Duration: One base year (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) plus four option years, extending performance through June 30, 2031.
Set-Aside: No set-aside specified.
Response Due: April 3, 2026, 12:00 PM Z.
Published: February 11, 2026.

Important Dates & Information

Pre-Quote Conference: An estimated virtual conference via Teams will be held on March 18, 2026, at 09:30 hrs. Interested parties must email Ms. Zanobini and Mr. Deluca to register and receive an invitation link.
Site Visit: An estimated site visit will take place on March 20, 2026, at 10:00 hrs at Gate 27, Depot Area, Via Aurelia, Tombolo (Pisa). To participate, email intent by Close of Business (COB) on February 27, 2026, providing company details, attendee names (max two), personal identification data (DOB, POB, ID type/number), a copy of the ID, and vehicle information. Only registered individuals with valid ID will be granted access.
Solicitation Package: The full solicitation, including the Performance Work Statement and safety documentation, is expected to be posted on SAM.gov during the last week of February.

Contractor Requirements

Offerors must ensure they have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), a CAGE/NCAGE number, and are actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with current information. This includes completing required provisions such as 52.212-3, 52.204-26, and 52.204-24. Early registration is advised to avoid delays.