Catering Service
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 U.S. Embassy Rome has issued a Presolicitation for Catering Services for an outdoor event during the summer, anticipating approximately 900 participants. This notice indicates the upcoming release of a solicitation for a firm fixed-price purchase order.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for furnishing all necessary material, equipment, managerial, administrative, and direct labor personnel to perform comprehensive catering services. The event is planned for an outdoor setting during the summer months for the U.S. Embassy.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (leading to Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Published: March 20, 2026
- Response Due: To be announced in the forthcoming solicitation
Additional Notes
Prospective offerors must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) Database (https://www.sam.gov) prior to submitting an offer. The Government may award the contract based on initial offers without discussion. A pre-quotation conference and site visit are planned, with dates to be provided in the official solicitation. Electronic submissions will be accepted, with email offers not exceeding 25MB.