Lodging and Meals for 834 ASB Training
Overview
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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 Department of the Army is soliciting quotes for Lodging and Meals to support B Co, 834th ASB during their annual training in Springfield, MO, from May 30 to June 13, 2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Quotes are due by April 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT.
Scope of Work
This combined synopsis/solicitation seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive lodging and meal services. Key requirements include:
- Lodging: Approximately 27 hotel rooms (25 double, 2 single) for 14 nights (May 30 - June 13, 2026). Hotels must be within 30 miles of TASMG, 5250 W Depot RD, Springfield, MO. Rooms must have doors opening to a finished area, and the hotel must offer on-site parking, free wireless internet, and washers/dryers. The ability to adjust room quantity without penalty until May 18, 2026, is required.
- Meeting Room: A large meeting room suitable for approximately 51 soldiers for business, training, and meal service.
- Meals: Daily provision of hot breakfast (6:00-7:00 am), lunch (11:00 am-12:00 pm), and dinner (5:00-6:00 pm). Meals are to be buffet-style, prepared and delivered, with contractor personnel assisting in setup. The contractor is responsible for all serving supplies, disposable dinnerware, and equipment for preparation, storage, and heating/cooling. Food safety standards, including temperature maintenance (hot items at 135°F+, cold items at 41°F-), must be strictly adhered to, in compliance with Army TB Med 530, Tri Service Food Code, and local Missouri Food Codes. Lunch (except weekends) will be at Missouri ARNG AVCRAD, Springfield, MO; dinner and weekend lunch will be at the lodging location. Detailed menus are provided as an attachment.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE order.
- Period of Performance: May 30, 2026 – June 13, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5).
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT.
- Published: April 20, 2026.
Evaluation
Quotes will be evaluated based on price, technical merit, and past performance, which are considered equal factors. Innovative solutions will also be considered. Quotes must remain valid for 60 days.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov. The Government reserves the right to consider partial or multiple awards. Final headcount for lodging and meals will be confirmed by May 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM CDT. All questions and quotes should be addressed to Mr. Dan Bart via email at daniel.g.bart.civ@army.mil.