MSG Cook / Food Services
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. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Libreville, is soliciting quotations for MSG Cook / Food Services for Marine Security Guards at the Marine Security Guard Residence (MSGR) in Libreville, Gabon. This Firm Fixed-Price contract aims to secure comprehensive food services. Quotations are due Friday, February 6, 2026, at 13:00 local time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide full food services, including menu planning, food sourcing, preparation, service, staffing, and quality management. Specific duties involve daily cooking and serving for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with kitchen cleaning. Services must adhere to industry standards, government regulations, and Department of State guidance. Personnel, including the MSG Detachment Cook, must meet minimum qualifications (e.g., 3 years of experience for the cook). The contractor will provide necessary materials and equipment, operating within furnished MSGR kitchens.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Duration: One-year base period from Notice to Proceed, with three one-year option periods, and one option for up to six months.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Quotations Due: Friday, February 6, 2026, at 13:00 local time.
- Published: January 7, 2026.
- Pre-Quotation Conference: Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10:00 local time at the US Embassy Libreville. Interested offerors must contact Judith Abourou (AbourouJH@state.gov) by Monday, January 12, 2026, at 13:00 local time to arrange entry.
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer from a responsible contractor. The Government may award based on initial offers without discussions. Quotations must be submitted electronically to LibreContracting@state.gov. Proposals must be in English. Electronic submissions must not exceed 35MB per file; larger submissions require separate files/emails. Required submissions include SF-1449, Section 1 (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), and additional information as required in Section 3.
Eligibility & Additional Notes
All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) database prior to submission of quotations. VAT is not applicable due to the Embassy's tax exemption. Insurance requirements, including General Liability and adherence to Gabonese law for Bodily Injury, are detailed. Deliverables include a List of Personnel, Evidence of Insurance, Licenses and Permits, Transition Plan, Menu Plans, and Quality Control Plans.