KSC Food Services Program (KFSP)
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Kennedy Space Center (KSC) Exchange Council is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential concessionaires capable of providing comprehensive Food Services at KSC, Florida. This initiative aims to enhance the quality of life for approximately 14,000 KSC personnel by offering convenient, affordable, and appealing dining options. The current food services agreement ends December 31, 2026. Responses are due February 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The KSC Exchange seeks to implement a comprehensive Food Services Program accommodating various service models, including traditional cafeterias, food courts, branded/unbranded restaurants, mobile units, catering, delivery services, and specialty coffee providers. Key requirements include:
- Providing nutritionally balanced food options for diverse dietary needs.
- Operating during core hours (7 a.m. - 2 p.m.) with support for extended shifts.
- Maintaining efficient, cost-effective operations with competitive pricing.
- Ensuring clean, well-maintained facilities compliant with health and safety regulations.
- Developing customer feedback mechanisms.
- Providing responsive catering for official functions.
- Implementing innovative solutions like technology-based ordering and delivery.
- Employing qualified, customer-service-oriented staff.
- Supporting sustainability practices. Concession agreements are anticipated to have a minimum performance period of five years, with potential for longer terms based on capital investment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for concession agreements)
- NAICS: 722310 Food Service Contractors ($47 million size standard)
- Duration: Minimum 5 years (including options)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, by 5 p.m. ET
- Published: January 16, 2026
Submission & Engagement
Interested firms must submit a capability statement (up to 20 pages, 10 MB, PDF) detailing company information, specific capabilities relevant to the scope (including prior contracts in the last five years), equipment/infrastructure needs, and responses to acquisition strategy considerations. Feedback is requested on single vs. multiple awards, commission structures, location assignment/profitability, and infrastructure utilization/improvement. Attachment A, "KFSP Kitchen Equipment.pdf," provides a list of existing kitchen equipment and locations, which is crucial for bidders to understand the current infrastructure.
A site visit to tour food service facilities is scheduled for February 12, 2026. Interested parties must request attendance by February 3, 2026, 2 p.m. EST, via email to ksc-kfsp@mail.nasa.gov. One-on-one meetings with industry are planned for the week of March 2, 2026, following receipt of capability statements.
Additional Notes
This is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a concession agreement. Information received may be used in future solicitations.