Prepared Meals Fort Drum New York
SOL #: W912TF26A014Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W7NN USPFO ACTIVITY NH ARNG
CONCORD, NH, 03301-5607, United States
Place of Performance
Watertown, NY
NAICS
Caterers (722320)
PSC
Food, Oils And Fats (8945)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Apr 21, 2026
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Last Updated
May 6, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 11, 2026, 9:00 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 New Hampshire Army National Guard (NHARNG) is soliciting quotes for Prepared Meals for service members at Fort Drum, New York. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside for catering services. The requirement is for individually packed breakfast and dinner meals for approximately 112 soldiers daily during a six-day period in June 2026. Quotes are due by 5:00 PM EST on May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all personnel, equipment, and materials for the preparation and delivery of:
- Breakfast Meals: 672 total (112 soldiers/day for 6 days)
- Dinner Meals: 560 total (112 soldiers/day for 5 days) Meals must adhere to a 14-Day Menu Rotation, be individually packed in high-quality disposable containers, and meet specific temperature and component standards. Delivery is required to BLDG 990, 9th Middle Street, Main Post, Fort Drum, NY 13602.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract
- NAICS: 722320 (Caterers) with a $9.0M small business size standard
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business
- Period of Performance: June 2, 2026 – June 7, 2026
- FOB Destination: BLDG 990, 9th Middle Street, Main Post, Fort Drum, NY 13602
- Quotes Validity: 60 days
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on a combination of Price, Technical Capability, and Past Performance:
- Price: Lowest evaluated price among technically acceptable offers.
- Technical Capability: Requires demonstration of understanding, compliance with TB MED 530 (Tri-Service Food Code), valid food safety certifications for primary food service manager/head chef, a state/local health department license for a commercial kitchen, and a plan for securing a Fort Drum "Local Access Pass."
- Past Performance: Submission of exactly three (3) relevant meal contracts performed within the last three years, including POCs and award amounts.
Submission & Questions
- Questions Due: 12:00 noon EST on April 29, 2026, via email to Grace Jordan (grace.jordan.1@us.af.mil) and Richard Trafton (Richard.C.Trafton.civ@army.mil).
- Quote Submission Due: 5:00 PM EST on May 11, 2026.
- Email Subject Line: Must include company's legal name, nature of email, and Solicitation Number W912TF26QA014.
- Required: Active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) is mandatory at the time of award.
Key Attachments
- Statement of Work (SOW_Meals.pdf)
- Addendum to FAR 52.212-2 (Evaluation Factors)
- 14-Day Menu (14 DAY MENU.pdf)
- Provisions and Clauses (W912TF26QA014_Provisions and Clauses (1).pdf)
People
Points of Contact
Grace JordanPRIMARY
Richard TraftonSECONDARY
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