MRC Groceries
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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. Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District has a requirement for groceries to support its high-water Mississippi River Commission meetings. This opportunity is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ), solicitation number W912EQ26QA017, and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of groceries necessary for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Mississippi River Commission meetings. Specific details regarding the types, quantities, and delivery requirements for these groceries will be outlined in the full solicitation documents.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quote (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: W912EQ26QA017
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 311999 (All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 8945 (Food, Oils And Fats)
- Response Due: March 3, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
- Published: February 17, 2026, 4:36 PM UTC
Submission Requirements
Responses to this solicitation must be received via email by the specified date and time. Offerors are responsible for ensuring timely receipt of their quotes. Quotes should be clearly marked with the solicitation number W912EQ26QA017.
Additional Notes
Vendors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov) prior to award, during performance, and through final payment. The applicable NAICS code (311999) must be included in the vendor's SAM registration. Primary Contact: Kirk A. Middleton, (901) 544-0786, Kirk.A.Middleton@usace.army.mil. Alternate Contact: Kennetta F. Smith, (901) 544-3343, Kennetta.F.Smith@usace.army.mil.