Boise Military Entrance Processing Station Noon Meals

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "PRODUCT AND DELIVERY SPECIFICATION DETAIL," outlines the specific requirements for providing noon meals to Armed Forces applicants at the Boise Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS). It details the scope of work, food specifications, delivery requirements, and administrative functions.

• Meal Provision: Contractor shall provide noon meals Monday-Friday, excluding holidays and scheduled training days, and up to 28 Saturdays annually. Mission Day meals may also be required.
• Food Specifications: Meals must include a sub-type sandwich (white or whole wheat bun, 2.5 oz minimum), 4.0 oz minimum meat (ham, turkey, or roast beef), 2 slices of cheese (minimum 1 oz, except on veggie subs), a plain bag of chips (1 oz or larger), a pre-packaged dessert (cookie), a medium fresh apple, a straw, and a napkin. Veggie sandwiches must include lettuce, onions, pickles, green peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers, with at least 4 slices of cheese.
• Beverages: A variety of carbonated soft drinks (diet and regular, 12 oz minimum), bottled water (500 ml or 20 oz), iced tea (12 oz minimum), and whole milk (1/2 pint, when requested).
• Condiments: Individual serving packages of yellow mustard, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and vinaigrette.
• Delivery: Meals must be delivered in a cooler or similar container to maintain temperature, arriving no later than 9:30 a.m. daily. Each meal container must be clearly marked (e.g., ham, turkey, veggie, roast beef).
• Training Requirements: Contractor employees requiring access to government installations must complete AT Level I awareness training, IWATCH training, and OPSEC Level I training within 30 days of contract award and annually thereafter. Certificates of completion must be submitted.
• Security: Compliance with installation access requirements, background checks, and personal identity verification is mandatory.
• Invoicing and Payment: Invoices are submitted monthly. Payment will be made via Government Purchase Card (GPC).

This document is critical for bidders to understand the exact product and service requirements, including food content, delivery logistics, and mandatory training and security protocols. It provides the detailed specifications necessary to prepare an accurate proposal and to assess the operational demands of the contract. Historical lunch quantity data is provided for informational purposes to aid in estimating demand.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, identified as W9124D26QA043, is for the procurement of noon meals (sub sandwiches) for applicants processing through the Boise Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• Provision of noon meals (sub sandwiches).

• Meals must be provided in accordance with the attached Product and Delivery Specification (PDS).

• General Specification Number: 8970.

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 311991.

• Unique item identification and valuation requirements are applicable as detailed in DFARS clause 252.211-7003.

• Specific clauses related to telecommunications and video surveillance equipment are included, requiring offeror representation.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Base Period: 01 April 2026 through 31 March 2027.

• First Option Period: 01 April 2027 through 31 March 2028.

• Second Option Period: 01 April 2027 through 31 March 2028.

• The Government guarantees to procure $1,500.00 of noon meals for the base period.

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: 12 February 2026, 10:00 AM.

• Quotes must be submitted in .pdf format. Attachments must be in .pdf format; hyperlinks are not accepted.

• A legible copy of the state or local government health inspection report for the food preparation facility is required, dated less than 12 months from the quote submission due date, with a score of "A" or "B", or "85 or above", or "pass". Failure to provide this will render the quote non-compliant.

• Subcontractor agreements must be in writing and fully executed.

• Unit prices must be to the whole penny; fractions will be rounded up.

• Award will be made to the single Vendor who is deemed responsible, whose quote conforms to requirements, and represents the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable quote.

• Trade-offs between cost/price and non-cost/price factors are not permitted.

• Evaluation will be based on technical acceptability (Health Inspection Report and Past Performance) and price.

• Past performance is considered recent if within the previous 36 months and relevant if contracts were valued at a minimum of $25,000.00.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 311991, Size Standard: 700.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5.

• The attached "Product & Delivery Specification" (dated 23 Jan 2026) is a key document for understanding requirements.

• Contact information for the Contract Specialist (Adam Buchert) and Contracting Officer (Tara Glass) is provided for questions.