Storm Flag Food Service
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 Air Force, specifically FA4460 19 CONS PKA, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ FA446026Q0011) for Storm Flag Food Service at Gulfport CRTC, MS. This opportunity is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside to provide comprehensive food services for the ROCKI 26-03 exercise. Offers are due by April 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all qualified personnel, transportation, tools, equipment, materials, and services necessary to perform food services. This includes preparing and serving breakfast and dinner meals from May 10, 2026, to May 18, 2026. Services must comply with all Federal and State of Mississippi laws, DOD and Air Force manuals, instructions, or regulations, including the Tri-Service Food Code and AFMAN 34-240. Key responsibilities involve:
- Providing personnel, supervision, and management for food preparation and service.
- Ensuring food is on the serving line no later than 10 minutes prior to scheduled mealtimes.
- Maintaining cleanliness of all dishes, utensils, equipment, and facilities.
- Implementing a Quality Control Program and adhering to daily quality assurance standards as outlined in the Mess Attendants Quality Assurance Checklist.
- Personnel must possess appropriate certifications (e.g., Food Protection Manager) and comply with strict hygiene, base access, and security policies.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Product Service Code: M1FD (Operation Of Dining Facilities)
- NAICS Code: 722310 (Size Standard: $47.0 Million)
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business
- Period of Performance: Tentatively May 10, 2026 – May 18, 2026
- Offers Due: April 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT
- Questions Due: April 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM CDT
- Published Date: April 8, 2026
Key Requirements & Submission
Bidders must review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) dated April 7, 2026 (Attachment 3), which details specific meal compositions and service standards. The Service Contract Act Wage Determination (Attachment 4) is incorporated, requiring bidders to account for minimum labor costs in their pricing. All proposals must be submitted via email to the listed Points of Contact. Bidders are also required to review Attachment 5, which lists all incorporated clauses and provisions, including payment instructions via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
Contacts
- Primary: Paul Denton (paul.denton.6@us.af.mil, (501) 987-3745)
- Secondary: TSgt Matthew Johnson (matthew.johnson.129@us.af.mil, (501) 987-3869)