RSP Det 1 Rapid City 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 South Dakota National Guard is soliciting proposals for RSP Det 1 Rapid City Meals to provide monthly meal services in Rapid City, SD. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm Fixed Price contract. Quotes are due March 11th, 2026, at 12 pm MT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to provide meals one weekend per month for the Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP). This includes lunch on Saturday and breakfast and a sack lunch on Sunday for approximately 45 personnel per meal. The initial period of performance is May 2026-April 2027, with options for May 2027-April 2028 and May 2028-April 2029.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Duration: Base year (May 2026-April 2027) + two one-year options
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: S203 (Food Services)
- Response Due: March 11th, 2026 @ 12 pm MT
- Published: February 20th, 2026
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on Technical, Past Performance, and Price. The contractor must be found acceptable based on factors listed in Clause 52.212-2 of the Solicitation. The awardee must meet all requirements of a food preparation/serving business within the State of South Dakota. An affirmative determination of responsibility by the Contracting Officer is required prior to award. Potential contractors must complete System for Award Management (SAM) registration before contract award.
Submission
Offerors must submit their quotes to shelly.j.thomson.civ@army.mil.