Ohio National Guard BLC DSCC Meal Requirement

SOL #: W9136426QA036Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W7NU USPFO ACTIVITY OH ARNG
COLUMBUS, OH, 43235-2712, United States

Place of Performance

Columbus, OH

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

PSC

Food Services (S203)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 30, 2026
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Last Updated
May 12, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 18, 2026, 6:00 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 Ohio National Guard requires catered meal services for its Basic Leader Course (BLC) at the Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC) 147th Regional Training Institute in Columbus, OH. This requirement covers hot buffet-style breakfasts, boxed cold lunches, and hot buffet-style dinners from May 26 to June 17, 2026. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside and will result in a single Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and quality control necessary for comprehensive catered meal services. This includes hot buffet-style breakfasts, boxed cold lunches, and hot buffet-style dinners. Meals must adhere to serving sizes consistent with Army Recipe Card TM 10-412, feature a cyclic menu of at least 15 days, and accommodate dietary restrictions. Services may encompass delivery, set-up, serving, and clean-up. Contractor employees must comply with installation access and security policies, including Awareness Training (AT) Level 1 and iWATCH Training. Performance will be evaluated against a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order.
  • Period of Performance: May 26, 2026, to June 17, 2026.
  • Estimated Quantity: Approximately 4640 meals.
  • NAICS Code: 722320 (Food Service Contractors), with a size standard of $9,000,000.00.
  • Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
  • Place of Performance: 147th RTI, 3990 E. Broad St. Bldg. 1, Columbus, OH 43213.
  • Applicable Wage Determination: Service Contract Act, Wage Determination No. 2015-4729, Revision 31, dated December 3, 2025.

Submission & Evaluation

Quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Officer. Evaluation will be based on Past Performance (Highest Rating) and Price. The Government intends to award to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and not appear on the Excluded Parties List System (EPLS).

Key Dates & Contact

  • Questions Due: May 8, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST.
  • Response Due: May 18, 2026, by 6:00 PM EST.
  • Published Date: May 12, 2026.
  • Primary Contact: Alan J Cooper, alan.j.cooper8.civ@army.mil.

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