Military Food Service Contracting at Training Center (TRACEN) Cape May, NJ
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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is soliciting proposals (RFP 70Z08426RDL950004) for Military Food Service Contracting at Training Center (TRACEN) Cape May, NJ. The purpose is to secure a contractor to provide comprehensive food services, including all food, personnel, management, supplies, and transportation. Proposals are due February 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for furnishing full food service operations at TRACEN Cape May. This includes, but is not limited to, meal preparation and service, personnel management, supervision, provision of materials and supplies, and transportation as required. The effort falls under NAICS Code 722310 (Food Services) and PSC S203 (Food Services).
Contract & Set-Aside Details
This procurement is subject to the Randolph-Sheppard Act (RS-Act), which establishes a priority for blind persons represented by State Licensing Agencies (SLAs) in the award of cafeteria operation contracts on federal facilities. While the RS-Act priority applies, all responsible small business sources are encouraged to submit quotations. The solicitation is structured as a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation.
Key Requirements & Attachments
Bidders must carefully review several critical attachments:
- Attachment 2 - Schedule B: Outlines detailed pricing and labor information, including Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) for various meal quantities across a base period and four option periods. Bidders must use this structure for their pricing proposals.
- Attachment 5 - Wage Determination (WD 2015-4197 Rev 31): Essential for understanding minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required under the Service Contract Act (SCA) for employees in Cape May, NJ.
- CBA 2026-37.pdf: Details a Supplemental Agreement to an existing Collective Bargaining Agreement, outlining wage and benefit increases effective April 1, 2025, which will impact labor costs.
- Attachment 17 - Past Performance Questionnaire: A critical component for source selection, requiring bidders to provide this form to past clients for evaluation.
- USCG Food Service Standards: Multiple documents (e.g., CGTTP 4-11.12C, CGTTP 4-11.17A, COMDTINST 4061.5B, COMDTPUB P4061.4A) provide comprehensive guidance on food safety, sanitation, culinary operations management, and administrative procedures, which contractors must adhere to.
- Attachment 6 - CY 2026 Food Service Meal Rates: Provides official USCG meal rates for pricing and cost proposals.
- Attachment 1 - Questions/Comments Template: Provided for submitting inquiries.
Timeline & Contact Information
- Published Date: January 30, 2026
- Response Due Date: February 10, 2026, 7:00 PM EST
- Place of Performance: Cape May, NJ 08204, United States
- Primary Contact: Janine A. Marshall (janine.a.marshall@uscg.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Diego J. Avila (diego.j.avila@uscg.mil)