LAARNG 61ST TRP CMB BOXED MEALS 22-27 FEB 26

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To procure prepared food requiring a caterer to individually package meals into "to-go/boxed" containers and deliver them to a specified location for consumption.

• Provide personnel, supervision, and all items for boxed catered meals in accordance with state and local sanitation laws.

• Prepare food according to commercially acceptable standards, adhering to the LAARNG menu or equivalent.

• Provide single-use plates, napkins, bowls, cups, cutting utensils, serving utensils, and condiments.

• Ensure no "same menu" is served within a five-day period.

• Offer standard beverage choices including carbonated and non-carbonated drinks, coffee, tea, milk, and water. Individual sealed beverage servings are required.

• Provide condiments such as mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, etc.

• Coordinate meal substitutions with the unit point of contact (POC).

• Comply with state and local food service sanitation requirements, achieving a satisfactory or better rating in health inspections.

• Prepare and serve meals on the same day.

• Transport and maintain all menu items at USDA-recommended temperatures.

• Handle food in strict adherence to food safety precautions.

• Deliver timely and courteous service.

• 95% of menu items per meal period must meet the standard.

• 95% of meals prepared must meet the standard.

• 100% compliance with sanitation requirements (no deviations).

• Delivery dates and times are specified in Exhibit 1, ranging from February 22-27, 2026.

• Delivery locations will vary depending on unit drill or annual training schedules and will be determined at the order level.

• Delivery Address: BLDG 1452, CAMP BEAUREGARD.

• Vendor will deliver meals 30 minutes prior to mealtime.

• Caterer must ensure delivery personnel have proper picture identification for entry onto government installations.

• Coordinate with the unit POC for installation access.

• Pricing must be inclusive of all costs; gratuity is prohibited.

• Work is unclassified but for official use only; dissemination of delivery locations, dates, personnel numbers, etc., is restricted.

• Each meal must contain a minimum of 5 primary food groups as specified.

• The government reserves the right to make partial changes or cancel orders up to 72 hours before the event.

• Specific meal quantities for breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided for the specified dates.

• Exhibit 1 details the "21 Day Menu" and requested menus for specific dates and meal types.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Field Menu Report detailing a 21-day menu cycle for the LANG FY24. It lists specific food items, quantities, and preparation methods for breakfast, lunch, and dinner across 21 days.

• Daily menu listings for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Specific food items (e.g., "Vegetable Juice Cocktail," "Pepper Steak," "Chicken Fajitas").
• Quantities (e.g., "100," "80," "50").
• Preparation methods or descriptions (e.g., "(FROZEN)," "(CANNED, SIMMERED)").
• Recipe or item codes (e.g., "B 003 01," "L 013 00").

This document serves as a detailed specification of the food items and meals that are expected to be provided. Bidders can use this information to understand the scope of food services required, assess their capability to meet these requirements, and prepare accurate pricing and logistical plans. It outlines the variety and quantity of food items, which is crucial for procurement and service delivery planning.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued under FAR Parts 12 & 13 for boxed breakfast and dinner meals for the Louisiana Army National Guard's 61st Troop Command training mission. The procurement is a total small business set-aside with NAICS code 722320 (Catering). The contract will be firm-fixed-price.

• Boxed breakfast and dinner meals for a training mission.

• Specifics regarding the 21-day menu and need statement are referenced.

• Proof of adherence to provided specifications is required.

• The contractor must return the completed provision (52.204-24) with their proposal.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Training mission from February 22-27, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but quantities for meals are provided.

• Timeline:

  • Solicitation Amendment: February 6, 2026, 2:30 PM CST
  • Solicitation Closes: February 12, 2026, 10:00 AM CST

• Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically to Ms. Lavon Wilson and Mrs. Crystal Stiles.

• Evaluation: Award will be based on price and other factors, including the offeror's ability to maintain food temperature and proper food handling during transportation. Price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness. Other factors will be evaluated as Acceptable or Unacceptable.

• Total small business set-aside.

• Delivery Location: BLDG 1452, Camp Beauregard, Pineville, LA, 71360.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Questions are due by February 10, 2026, 10:00 AM CST.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation worksheet for the Louisiana Army National Guard, seeking boxed catered meals for the 61st Troop Command Training mission. The mission is located at Bldg. 1452, Camp Beauregard, Pineville, LA 71360. Bidders are instructed to provide pricing based on an attached menu.

• Meals Required:

  • 61st Dinner Meals: 1,235 each (Dates: 22-26 Feb)
  • 61st Breakfast Meals: 1,235 each (Dates: 23-27 Feb)
  • 61st Bag Lunch: 300 each (Date: 27 Feb)

• Menu: Bidders must refer to the provided 21-day menu.

• Food Temperature: Contractors must explain how they will maintain food temperature per Need Statement 5(c).

• Food Transport: Contractors must describe proper food transport methods per Need Statement 6.1 to 6.1.7.

• Meal Preparation Method: Contractors must confirm their method: Mobile Kitchen, Commercial Kitchen (within 20 miles of Camp Beauregard), or Contractor Site (with mileage specified).

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Submission: Bidders must accurately fill out and sign the Solicitation W912NR26QA008 Worksheet, ensure SAM registration is current, make representation selections, and submit via email by the specified time and date.

• Evaluation Factors: The document outlines Factor 1 (Food Temperature Maintenance) and Factor 2 (Food Transport), and Factor 2A (Meal Preparation Method) as key considerations.

• Bidders must be registered and current in SAM.

• Bidders must complete representations regarding covered telecommunications equipment or services (FAR Clause 52.204-24(d)).

• The document includes fields for vendor name, contact information, CAGE code, UEI, business size, Federal Tax ID, and the name of the person quoting.

• It also includes standard FAR clause representations regarding telecommunications equipment.

Solicitation / Request for Quote (RFQ)

This Request for Quote (RFQ) W912NR26QA008 is issued by the Louisiana Army National Guard 61st Troop Command to procure boxed breakfast and dinner meals for a training mission from February 22-27, 2026. The procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 722320 (Catering) and will result in a firm-fixed-price contract. The Government intends to award to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous, considering price and other factors.

• Meals: Provision of 1,435 boxed dinner meals (February 22-26, 2026) and 1,435 boxed breakfast meals (February 23-27, 2026).

• Delivery: Meals must be delivered to BLDG 1452, Camp Beauregard, Pineville, LA, 71360.

• Specifications: Adherence to provided specifications, including a "Need Statement" and "21-Day menu" (referenced as attachments).

• Food Handling: Contractors must explain their methods for maintaining food temperature and handling food during transportation.

• Meal Preparation Method: Bidders must confirm their meal preparation method (Mobile Kitchen, Commercial Kitchen within 20 miles of Camp Beauregard, or contractor site with mileage).

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Meals required for February 22-27, 2026.

• FAR/DFARS: Incorporates FAR Parts 12 & 13, and various FAR/DFARS clauses by reference and full text.

• Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically to Contract Specialist Ms. Lavon Wilson (lavon.d.wilson.civ@army.mil) and Contracting Officer Mrs. Crystal Stiles (crystal.l.stiles2.civ@army.mil).

• Deadline: Solicitation closes on February 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST.

• Questions Due: Questions must be submitted by February 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST to the same email addresses.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on price (fairness and reasonableness) and other factors (food temperature maintenance, transportation handling, meal preparation method) evaluated as Acceptable/Unacceptable.

• Discussions: The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to hold them. Unrealistic low prices may lead to quote elimination.

• Required Documents: Offerors must return the complete provision 52.204-24 and the Solicitation Worksheet with their proposal.

• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 722320 (Catering).

• SAM Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and complete FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications.

• The document includes full text for clauses related to Item Unique Identification (DFARS 252.211-7003, though it states it does not apply to boxed catered meals), Telecommunications Equipment (FAR 52.204-24, DFARS 252.204-7017), and Buy American Act (DFARS 252.225-7000), which require specific representations from bidders.

• Critical attachments for bidders include a "Need Statement" and a "21-Day menu" to understand the full scope of work.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To procure prepared "to-go/boxed" meals that require individual packaging and delivery to specified locations for consumption by military personnel.

• Provide personnel, supervision, and all necessary items for boxed catered meals, adhering to state and local sanitation laws.

• Prepare food according to commercially acceptable standards, using the LAARNG menu or equivalent.

• No "same menu" for any meal within a five-day period.

• Provide single-use plates, napkins, bowls, cups, cutting utensils, serving utensils, and condiments.

• Offer standard beverage choices including carbonated drinks, juice blends, non-carbonated drinks, coffee, tea, milk, and water. Beverages must be chilled, closed, and individually served.

• Alcoholic beverages are not permitted.

• Substitutions require contact with the unit Point of Contact (POC).

• 95% of menu items per meal period must meet commercial standards.

• 95% of meals prepared must meet standards.

• 100% compliance with sanitation requirements, resulting in a satisfactory or better health inspection rating.

• Timely and courteous employee delivery.

• Delivery dates: February 22-27, 2026.

• Delivery locations will vary and are determined at the order level (e.g., BLDG 1452, CAMP BEAUREGARD).

• Delivery times are 30 minutes prior to scheduled mealtime.

• Compliance with state and local food service sanitation requirements.

• Meals prepared and served on the same day.

• Maintain USDA recommended temperatures during preparation, transport, and holding.

• Specific internal temperatures and rest times for various food products are detailed.

• Transportation vehicles must be clean, and food containers placed in the coolest part of the vehicle.

• Delivery personnel must have proper picture identification for installation access.

• Operational Security: Work is unclassified but for official use only. Sensitive information regarding delivery details must not be disseminated without a need to know.

• Meal quantities will vary based on unit size and will be determined at the call/order level.

• The Government reserves the right to adjust meal quantities up to 72 hours before the event without cost increase.

• Menu plan details are attached as EXHIBIT 1, referencing the "21 Day Menu" and specific meal requests for the period.

• Unit POC: MSG Danielle Foster, 225-315-4100.

• Invoices to be emailed to danielle.l.foster8.mil@army.mil.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Field Menu Report detailing the menu for a 21-day cycle, specifically for "Menu Day 1" through "Menu Day 21". It lists the food items planned for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for each day.

• Daily Menus: Provides a detailed breakdown of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options for each of the 21 days.
• Recipe Information: Includes REC # (Recipe Number), PORT (Portion), and RECIPE NAME for each food item.
• Dates: Indicates the printed date and the specific date each menu day corresponds to (e.g., Feb 23, 2026).

This document serves as a detailed specification of the food items that are to be provided. Bidders can use this to understand the scope of food services required, including the variety, quantity (implied by recipe names and portion sizes), and types of meals. It is crucial for developing accurate proposals and ensuring compliance with the food service requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation worksheet (W912NR26QA008) for the Louisiana Army National Guard. It seeks bids for providing boxed catered meals for the 61st Troop Command Training mission at Camp Beauregard, Pineville, LA. Bidders are instructed to provide pricing based on an attached menu.

• Provision of boxed catered meals, specifically:

  • 61ST_DINNER MEALS_22-26 FEB (Quantity: 1,435 Each)
  • 61ST_BREAKFAST MEALS_23-27 FEB (Quantity: 1,435 Each)

• Pricing is to be Firm Fixed Price.

• Contractors must explain how they will maintain food temperature (Need Statement 5(c)).

• Contractors must describe proper food transport methods (Need Statement 6.1 to 6.1.7).

• Contractors must confirm their meal preparation method (Mobile Kitchen, Commercial Kitchen within 20 miles, or Contractor site with mileage specified).

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Bidders must complete and sign the Solicitation W912NR26QA008 Worksheet.

• Registration in SAM must be current and accurate.

• Required representations regarding covered telecommunications equipment/services must be selected.

• Submission is via email by the specified time and date.

• Bidders must indicate their Size of Business (Small/Large).

• Bidders must refer to the need statement and the 21-day menu for detailed requirements.

• The document includes FAR Clause 52.204-24(d) Representation regarding telecommunications equipment.

• Specific vendor information fields are provided for completion (Vendor Name, POC, CAGE CODE, UEI, etc.).