HHC 734TH RSG Meals 08-21 May 2026, Johnston Iowa
SOL #: W912LP26Q3002Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W7M8 USPFO ACTIVITY IA ARNG
JOHNSTON, IA, 50131-1824, United States
Place of Performance
Johnston, IA
NAICS
Food Service Contractors (722310)
PSC
Composite Food Packages (8970)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Apr 9, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Apr 20, 2026, 3:00 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, specifically the Iowa Army National Guard (HHC 734th RSG), is soliciting quotes for lunch and dinner meal services at Camp Dodge Joint Maneuver Training Center in Johnston, IA. This requirement is for the period of May 8-21, 2026. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 722310). Quotes are due by April 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local (central) time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide lunch and dinner meals for approximately 840 lunch meals and 598 dinner meals during the specified period. Services include:
- Meal Provision: Delivering meals in accordance with government-provided menus (with limited deviation options for starch, vegetable, bread, and dessert items, requiring prior approval).
- Serving Line Setup: Establishing buffet-style serving lines, including temperature checks for hot (>135°F) and cold (<41°F) items.
- Equipment: Contractor must provide all serving containers, utensils, disposable dinnerware, heating/cooling sources, and materials for preparation, storage, serving, and removal. The government will provide tables and chairs for the dining area but no electrical service or water.
- Personnel: Sufficient personnel for serving line setup and assistance, adhering to appearance standards.
- Food Safety: Strict compliance with Army Technical Bulletin Medical (TB Med) 530, Tri Service Food Code, National Food Code, ServSafe, and other applicable guidelines.
- Headcount: Verification using IA Form 1544 and AFMIS Closing Report, with provisions for excess food if actual headcount is lower than ordered.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order (Solicitation / RFQ)
- NAICS Code: 722310 (Caterers), with a $47 million size standard.
- Product Service Code: 8970 (Composite Food Packages).
- Basis for Award: Lowest-priced responsive, responsible vendor.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: April 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local (central) time.
- Submission Method: Via email to kelly.a.burk2.civ@army.mil and kelsey.l.letcher.civ@army.mil.
- Required Documents: Offerors must complete all blocks of the "Contractor Information and Pricing Table" (Attachment 3) and submit quotes in accordance with the "Meals Requirements Statement" (Attachment 1) and "Menus and Headcounts" (Attachment 2).
- Eligibility: Offerors must have a current, active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Invoices will be submitted electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), and payments will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).
Points of Contact
- Primary: Kelsey Letcher (kelsey.l.letcher.civ@army.mil, 5152524508)
- Secondary: Kelly Burk (kelly.a.burk2.civ@army.mil, 5152524616)
People
Points of Contact
Kelsey LetcherPRIMARY
Kelly BurkSECONDARY
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Posted: Apr 9, 2026