Bridge Contract - Apr-May Catered Meal Services in support of DC Safe and Beautiful
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 Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition for a bridge contract to extend catered meal services in support of DC Safe and Beautiful. This action involves modifying an existing Firm Fixed-Price contract (W912R1-26-C-A005) to ensure uninterrupted service. The original requirement was under a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Purpose & Rationale
This justification outlines the necessity of a 50-day extension for commercial catered meal services, encompassing an estimated 370,150 meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and midnight). The limited competition is crucial to prevent unacceptable delays and mission disruption. The initial requirement was competitively awarded, but the primary awardee failed to deliver satisfactory service. The current incumbent has established a proven record of successful performance. Awarding this short-term extension to any other source would necessitate significant ramp-up time, leading to critical service disruption and duplication of costs. Market research confirmed that no other contractor could provide the required continuity for this brief extension without causing these issues.
Scope of Services
The modification covers the continuation of catered meal services for a 50-day period, providing approximately 370,150 meals.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (Modification)
- Fund Type: O&M, Army
- Action Type: Modification to contract W912R1-26-C-A005
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Justification Basis: FAR 6.302-1 (Only one responsible source)
Future Plans
The Government is actively preparing a follow-on requirement for a full and open competitive acquisition to address long-term needs.
Contact
For inquiries, contact LTC J. Paul Caldwell at joseph.p.caldwell.mil@army.mil.