MSG DETACHMENT COOK 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. Embassy Georgetown is soliciting quotations for MSG Detachment Cook Services in Georgetown, Guyana. This Request for Quotations (RFQ) seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive food services, including labor, materials, equipment, and preparation, for the Marine Security Guard (MSG) Detachment. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price type, with an anticipated award to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, and responsible offeror. Quotations are due by March 23, 2026, at 14:00 hrs.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for furnishing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and services to prepare and serve meals to the MSG Detachment, Monday through Friday. Key responsibilities include:
- Scheduling and performing daily cooking and serving requirements.
- Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, including dishes and appliances, after each meal, adhering to industry standards for food service sanitation and safety.
- Providing managerial, administrative, and direct labor personnel.
- Accompanying the Mess Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) during bi-weekly food procurement to ensure quality and menu compliance.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: One (1) base year, with four (4) one-year option periods, exercisable at the Government's discretion.
- Set-Aside: None specified (open competition).
- Quotations Due: March 23, 2026, 14:00 hrs (local time, Georgetown).
- Published Date: February 19, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror/quoter who is determined to be a responsible contractor. The Government may award based on initial offers without discussions.
Additional Notes
- A pre-quotation conference is scheduled for March 4, 2026, at 10 AM at the Marine Security Residence, 28 Bel Air Gardens, Georgetown, Guyana. Interested parties must contact GeorgetownGSOProcurementDL@state.gov to arrange entry.
- Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov prior to submitting their offer. Failure to register will result in the quote being considered non-responsive.
- Electronic submissions are required, sent to GeorgetownGSOProcurementDL@state.gov. Files must be in MS-Word, MS-Excel, or Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format, not exceeding 30MB per email.
- Value Added Tax (VAT) is not applicable due to the U.S. Embassy's tax exemption.
- Primary Point of Contact: Joseph R Bengoechea, Contracting Officer, GeorgetownGSOProcurementDL@state.gov, 592-225-4900.