Notice of Intent to Sole Source CERFP ExEVAL Meals
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 Department of the Army has issued a Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source) for the provision of CERFP ExEVAL Meals at the Camp Blanding Joint Training Center (CBJTC) in Starke, FL. The agency intends to award a sole-source contract to Food Service Logistics, LLC, a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), for this requirement. Interested parties who believe they can fulfill this requirement are encouraged to submit their capabilities by January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the delivery of 2,496 meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) to CBJTC from February 1-5, 2026. The meals are for the CERFP ExEVAL exercise.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Sole Source (FAR 19.15)
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: January 26, 2026
- Performance Period: February 1-5, 2026
- Agency: DEPT OF THE ARMY, W7M2 USPFO ACTIVITY FL ARNG
- Place of Performance: Camp Blanding Joint Training Center, Starke, FL
Justification & Evaluation
This procurement is being conducted as a limited competition sole-source action. The justification states that Food Service Logistics, LLC is the only entity capable of efficiently providing these specific services at CBJTC. The award is supported by 41 USC 1901 as implemented in FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) and FAR 19.1506, noting that NAICS code 722320 (Caterers) is underrepresented by WOSBs.
Additional Notes
This notice indicates that direct competition is not available for this specific requirement. However, the agency notes that future requirements for similar services may be considered for a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses under full and open competition. This provides an opportunity for other small businesses to demonstrate their capabilities for future needs. The primary contact is Thomas Fazio at thomas.p.fazio.civ@army.mil or 904-823-0551.