PRESOLICITATION NOTICE: Food Service Contract for MSG Detachment, US Mission in Chisinau
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. Department of State, US Embassy Chisinau is seeking quotations for a Food Service Contract for the Marine Security Guard (MSG) Detachment at the U.S. Embassy in Chisinau, Moldova. This UNRESTRICTED Request for Quotations (RFQ) aims to secure a contractor to provide food services for U.S. Government personnel. Quotations are due by May 14, 2026, at 17:00 local time.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide comprehensive food services specifically for the Marine Security Guards at the Marine Security Guard Residence (MSGR) in Chisinau, Moldova. Key requirements include technical qualification, financial responsibility, English proficiency (written and spoken), an established business with a permanent address, necessary personnel, equipment, financial resources, and all required local licenses and permits.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotations (RFQ), leading to a contract/purchase order.
- Solicitation Number: 19MD7026Q0002
- Duration: Base year plus four one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED
- Published Date: April 29, 2026
- Site Visit: May 8, 2026, at 10:00 (local time) at the MSG residence. Interested offerors must contact Chisinau-Procurement-DL@state.gov by May 6, 2026, 16:00 to arrange entry.
- Quotations Due: May 14, 2026, by 17:00 (local time).
Submission Requirements
Quotations must be submitted in English, either in a sealed envelope marked "Quotation Enclosed for 19MD7026Q0002 Food Service Contract" to 103 Alexei Mateevici St., Chisinau, MD-2009, or electronically to Chisinau-Procurement-DL@state.gov. Electronic submissions must be in MS-Word 2007/2010, MS-Excel 2007/2010, or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format, with file sizes not exceeding 30MB per file.
Required documents include:
- SF-1449
- Section I, Pricing
- Section 5, Representations and Certifications
- Additional information as required in Section 3
- Proof of SAM Registration
Evaluation
The U.S. Government intends to award a contract based on the Tradeoff process (FAR Subpart 15.1), considering initial quotations without discussions, though discussions may be held if necessary. The award will be made to a responsible company submitting an acceptable offer.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov prior to submitting their offer. Failure to register may result in the proposal being considered non-responsible. FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference or attached.