MSG Food Preparation Services

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Marines Safety Guard (MSG) food preparation services for the U.S.-Tri Mission Vienna, Austria. The U.S. Government intends to award a contract to the responsible company submitting an acceptable offer at the lowest price, based on initial quotation.

• Food preparation services for Marines Safety Guard (MSG).

• Submission of a quotation.

• Completion of required portions of the attached document and Standard Form 1449.

• Proposal must be in English.

• Incomplete proposals will not be accepted.

• Not explicitly stated, but implies a contract award for services.

• Proposals are due by January 29, 2026, 10 a.m. local time.

• No proposals will be accepted after this time.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically to acquisitionsembvienna@state.gov.

• Submission formats accepted: MS-Word 2007/2010, MS-Excel 2007/2010, or Adobe Acrobat (pdf).

• File size must not exceed 30MB per file; larger submissions must be in separate files attached to separate emails.

• Evaluation will be based on acceptable offer at the lowest price, potentially without discussions.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at https://www.sam.gov prior to proposal submission. Failure to register may result in the proposal being considered non-responsible.

• Questions regarding the solicitation should be submitted in writing via email to Zahid M Raja (rajazm@state.gov) by COB January 14th, 2026.

• Required submission components include: SF-1449, Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), additional information as required in Section 3, and Proof of SAM Registration.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for food preparation services for the U.S. Tri-Mission Vienna Marines Security Guard Detachment. The services are for a base year with a one-year unilateral renewal option.

• Food preparation services for the U.S. Tri-Mission Vienna Marines Security Guard Detachment.

• Detailed requirements are described in attached documents.

• The contract type is a commercial item (RFQ).

• The estimated award amount is in EUR, including 20% VAT.

• Offer due date is January 29, 2026, at 10 am.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, FAR 52.212-3, and FAR 52.212-5, which are attached.

• The acquisition method is RFQ (Request for Quotation).

• The solicitation number is 19AU9026Q0001.

• The solicitation issue date is January 7, 2026.

• The award/effective date is April 1, 2026.

• Invoices should be e-mailed to VNNFinanceIntake@state.gov.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for food services for U.S. Marine Security Guards at the Tri-Mission Vienna, Austria Marine Security Guard Residence (MSGR). The services will be performed in designated spaces.

• Furnish all necessary labor, material, equipment, and services for food preparation and serving.

• Prepare meals according to specific schedules and requirements, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

• Adhere to strict cleaning and sanitation standards for the kitchen and dining areas.

• Develop and implement a Quality Control Plan (QASP) including performance standards and metrics.

• Provide a food services support program that standardizes operations, meets mission requirements, and controls costs.

• Offer a variety of food selections that meet dietary needs and industry standards, incorporating local/regional cuisine.

• Maintain a 20-day menu cycle, with adjustments for months exceeding 20 weekdays.

• Ensure food is fresh, prepared onsite, healthy, modern, and authentic.

• Utilize environmentally friendly cleaning products and demonstrate waste minimization.

• Provide trained and certified food service personnel.

• Comply with all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.

• Contract Type: Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: One (1)-year base period from the Notice to Proceed, with one (1) one-year option to renew.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but pricing is detailed for Base Year and Option Year 1.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on Compliance Review, Technical Acceptability, Price Evaluation, and Responsibility Determination.

• The award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, and responsible contractor.

• Key submission requirements include a completed solicitation, proof of SAM registration, past performance information, and a strategic plan for food preparation services.

• Key deadlines: Proposals are due by a specified date (not detailed in this excerpt). Evidence of insurance is due within ten (10) calendar days after contract award.

• Not specified in this excerpt.

• The contract includes provisions for Value Added Tax (VAT), which is not included in CLIN rates but priced as a separate line item.

• Government Furnished Property (GFP) will be provided, including refrigerators, ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, freezers, food warmers, and ranges.

• The contractor must provide specific insurance coverage, including General Liability and Bodily Injury.

• The COR for this contract is the Detachment Commander of the Marine Security Guard Detachment.