MSG Cook Services
Overview
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PSC
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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. Embassy Belmopan, Department of State, is soliciting quotations for Marine Security Guard (MSG) Cook Services in Belmopan, Belize. This opportunity requires daily food preparation and meal service for six MSG personnel. The contract will be a Firm Fixed-Price type, with an anticipated base year and four one-year option periods. Quotations are due by February 9, 2026, at 12 noon local time.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will furnish all managerial, administrative, and direct labor personnel for food services. Key responsibilities include:
- Daily preparation, cooking, portioning, and serving of breakfast, lunch, and dinner for six U.S. Government Marine Security Guards.
- Post-meal cleanup of kitchen, dining areas, dishes, and food service equipment.
- Adherence to applicable food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
- Management and supervision of the workforce, including quality control and scheduling.
- Provision of a MSG Detachment Cook with at least three years of experience.
- Compliance with all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
- Development and submission of a Transition Plan, Quality Control Plan, and HACCP Plan.
- Provision of necessary insurance.
- Note: Food is purchased separately by the Mess NCO.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: One (1) base year from contract award (anticipated April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027), with four (4) one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Quotations Due: February 9, 2026, 12 noon local time.
- Published Date: January 7, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Electronically to BelmopanProcurement@state.gov.
- Required Documents: SF-1449, Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), additional information from Section 3, completed IRS Form W-14, and proof of SAM Registration.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, responsible offeror. The Government may award based on initial offers without discussions.
Additional Notes
All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (https://www.sam.gov) prior to submitting a quotation. A food tasting may be requested after initial evaluations.