Catering Meals for the 70th Regional Training Institute (RTI)
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, specifically the W7ND USPFO ACTIVITY MD ARNG, is soliciting proposals for Catering Meals for the 70th Regional Training Institute (RTI) and the Basic Military Police Course (BMPC) Annual Training for the Maryland Army National Guard. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Proposals are due May 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for:
- Preparing and delivering meals for the 70th Regional Training Institute (RTI) during Officer Candidate School (OCS) phase 1 and 3.
- Preparing and delivering meals for the Basic Military Police Course (BMPC) Annual Training event.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 722320 - Caterer (Small Business Size Standard: $9.0 million)
- Response Due: May 19, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
- Published: April 17, 2026
Evaluation
Offerors must comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 19.3 regarding the determination of small business size and status. Compliance will be verified through SAM.gov and the Small Business Administration. Specific evaluation details are expected to be outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW) and the Request for Quotation (RFQ) Combined Synopsis/Solicitation.
Additional Notes
Interested parties are strongly advised to carefully read the complete Statement of Work (SOW) and the RFQ Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for all specific requirements and instructions. The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Victor Mejia (victor.a.mejia4.civ@army.mil, 667-887-4295).