Cafeteria and Vending Services at the Boston ARTCC in Nashua, NH
Overview
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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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is conducting a Market Survey (Sources Sought) to identify capable sources for Cafeteria and Vending Services at the Boston ARTCC in Nashua, NH. This is for planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposals. Responses are due May 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for establishing and operating a cafeteria to provide hot and cold food service for employees and visitors at the Boston ARTCC. This includes all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and services necessary for full operation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey (RFI)
- Anticipated Duration: July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031 (one base year + four option years)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: May 5, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Published: April 15, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested sources must submit a Capability Statement via email to stephanie.pfeiff@faa.gov by the deadline. The email subject line must include the Notice ID: 697DCK-26-RFI-ZBWCAFETERIA. The Capability Statement must include:
- Company name (including DBA), address, phone, email, and point of contact.
- Company Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
- Business size status (e.g., 8(a), Small Business, SDVOSB).
- Verification of active registration in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
This market survey is for informational purposes only and will not be released. Proprietary information will be protected if appropriately marked. Vendor participation does not guarantee future business. All submission costs are at the vendor's expense. The contemplated NAICS code is 722310, Food Service Contractors. The FAA uses its own Acquisition Management System (AMS) policies.