MSG: Cook services

SOL #: 19AR2026Q0001Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

State
State, Department Of
U.S. EMBASSY BUENOS AIRES
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520, United States

Place of Performance

BUENOS AIRES, AR-C, Argentina

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

Food Services (S203)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 25, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Apr 20, 2026, 5:00 PM

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 Buenos Aires, is soliciting quotations for Cook Services for the Marine Security Guards in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This is a Firm Fixed-Price contract with a base year and multiple option periods. The government intends to award to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer. Quotations are due April 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for comprehensive cook services, including all labor, material, equipment, and services for the U.S. Buenos Aires Marine Security Guards. Key deliverables involve:

  • Menu Planning: Developing varied menus.
  • Food Sourcing & Provisioning: Acquiring necessary ingredients.
  • Food Preparation & Service: Daily made-to-order breakfast, uniform lunch and dinner based on weekly menus.
  • Meal Packaging: For Marines not present.
  • Cleaning: Daily cleaning of kitchen areas.
  • Quality Management: Adherence to industry standards, including Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and catering to diverse dietary needs.

Contract Details

  • Type: Firm Fixed Price.
  • Period of Performance: A 12-month base period from the Notice to Proceed, with an option for a 2-year renewal, and an additional 6-month extension option.
  • Set-Aside: None specified.
  • Place of Performance: Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Quotations Due: April 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
  • Submission Method: Electronically via email to bns-procurement@state.gov. Emails should not exceed 30 MB per file.
  • Required Documents: SF-1449, Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), additional information as required in Section 3, and proof of SAM registration.
  • Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to submission.
  • Evaluation: Award will be based on the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer from a responsible contractor. The Government may award without discussions.

Key Dates & Contacts

  • Pre-Quotation Conference & Site Visit: April 9, 2026.
  • Contact for Site Visit: Cristian Minotti at BNS-Procurement@state.gov before April 6, 2026.
  • Primary Contacts: Timothy Dougherty and Zeny Montoya at BNS-Procurement@state.gov.

People

Points of Contact

Timothy DoughertyPRIMARY
BNS-Procurement@state.gov
Zeny MontoyaSECONDARY
BNS-Procurement@state.gov

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Posted: Mar 25, 2026
MSG: Cook services | GovScope