Campus Style Dining Venue, Tranche II (C) - AK

SOL #: NAFBA1-26-R-0027Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W6BD IMCOM FMWR HQ
JBSA FT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234-1223, United States

Place of Performance

Fort Wainwright, AK

NAICS

Food Service Contractors (722310)

PSC

Operation Of Dining Facilities (M1FD)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
May 18, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Jul 31, 2026, 9:00 PM

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 U.S. Army Installation Management Command (IMCOM) NAF Contracting Office is soliciting proposals for a firm-fixed-price Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) concession contract. The selected concessionaire will be responsible for financing, designing, building/renovating facilities, and operating/maintaining Campus Style Dining Venue (CSDV) operations at Fort Wainwright, AK, with potential expansion to other Garrisons within Alaska. This is a revenue-generating contract where the concessionaire pays a fee to the Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI). The goal is to provide a modernized, high-quality dining experience that supports Soldiers, Families, and the wider installation community. Proposals are due July 31, 2026.

Scope of Work

  • Facility Development & Operation: Finance, design, build-out/renovate, operate, and maintain CSDV facilities.
  • Food Service: Provide high-quality, healthy, and diverse food options, adhering to DoD Menu Standards and "Go for Green" nutritional guidelines. Offer 24/7 access to prepared healthy food based on patron demand.
  • Modernization & Technology: Implement advanced technologies (e.g., online ordering, delivery) and innovative trends (mobile/web applications).
  • Staffing & Management: Provide a certified Head Chef and a dietitian to work with Army staff. Operate action stations for customized meal preparation.
  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including safety, fire, and security. Adhere to detailed construction guidelines (Attachment J.11), prevailing wage rates (Attachment J.3.3), and a Collective Bargaining Agreement for labor (Attachment J.3.2).
  • Reporting & Cost Management: Utilize the Transaction Capture Report Template (Attachment J.15) for data submission. Factor in utility rates (Attachments J.7, J.7.1), historical food costs (Attachment J.8), and equipment replacement needs (Attachment J.6).

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Firm-fixed-price IDIQ revenue-generating concession contract.
  • Duration: 5-year base period with five 1-year options, for a potential total of 10 years.
  • Set-Aside: None specified.
  • Place of Performance: Fort Wainwright, AK (Wolves Den DFAC, Bldg. 3416 Lorraine Ave), with potential expansion.
  • Pre-proposal Conference/Site Visit: June 2, 2026.
  • Questions (RFIs) Due: June 9, 2026, 4:00 PM CT.
  • Proposal Submission Due: July 31, 2026, 4:00 PM CT.
  • Published: May 18, 2026.

Evaluation

Award will be based on a "Best Value-Trade Off" approach, considering the Technical Proposal (Business Plan, Management Plan) and Pricing Proposal.

Additional Notes

This is an Army Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) solicitation, not subject to the FAR. The contract is subject to the availability of funds for reimbursable Essential Station Messing (ESM) meals. Offerors must propose on all Contract Line Items (CLINs).

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