SAN Diego MEPS Noon 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 Mission Installation Contracting Command - Knox (MICC-Knox) intends to issue a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for boxed noon meals for applicants processing through the San Diego Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in San Diego, CA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The RFQ is anticipated to be posted around February 25, 2026, with quotes due on or about March 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of boxed meals for individuals at the San Diego MEPS. The services are crucial for supporting the daily operations of the processing station, ensuring applicants receive necessary sustenance during their processing.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Contract Type: Request for Quotations (RFQ)
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, with two one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 722310 (Size Standard: $47.0M)
- Place of Performance: San Diego, CA
- Anticipated RFQ Posting: On or about February 25, 2026
- Anticipated Quotes Due: On or about March 5, 2026. (Note: The description also indicates "on or about 18 March 2026". Vendors must verify the final due date upon RFQ release, as all dates are subject to change.)
- Published Date: February 19, 2026
Submission Requirements
All responsible small business sources are invited to submit a proposal. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov to be eligible for award. Faxed quotes or amendments will not be accepted. Vendors are cautioned to periodically check SAM.gov for any amendments to the solicitation.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Adam Buchert (adam.p.buchert.civ@army.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Darrell May (darrell.e.may.civ@army.mil)