Catered Meal for Camp James A Garfield 1-11 June 2026 Ravenna Ohio
SOL #: W9136426QA039Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W7NU USPFO ACTIVITY OH ARNG
COLUMBUS, OH, 43235-2712, United States
Place of Performance
Ravenna, OH
NAICS
Caterers (722320)
PSC
Food Services (S203)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
May 18, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 25, 2026, 2:00 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 DEPT OF THE ARMY, through the W7NU USPFO ACTIVITY OH ARNG office, is soliciting proposals for Catered Meal Services at Camp James A. Garfield, Ravenna, OH, from June 1-11, 2026. This requirement is for hot buffet-style breakfast and dinner, totaling 3000 meals, with comprehensive service including delivery, set-up, serving, and disposal. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due by May 25, 2026, at 1:00 AM local time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, and materials for catered meal services, including:
- Meal Provision: 1500 hot buffet-style breakfast and 1500 hot buffet-style dinner meals over the 10-day period (June 1-11, 2026), totaling 3000 meals.
- Menu Standards: Meals must adhere to Army Recipe Card TM 10-412 serving sizes, include a 15-day cyclic menu, and be well-rounded and healthy. Dietary restrictions (e.g., Gluten-Free) must be accommodated with comparable alternative meals.
- Meal Components: Breakfast includes eggs, meat, grains, fruit, pastry, potatoes, cold cereal, condiments, and beverages. Dinner includes a meat entree, starch, vegetable, salad with dressings, grains, fruit, dessert, condiments, and beverages.
- Services: Delivery, set-up, food serving, and disposal services for each meal time.
- Ancillary Items: Provision of garbage bags, paper products, utensils, and serving utensils.
- Food Safety: Strict adherence to AR 30-22 and DA PAM 30-22, USDA, FDA, and Department of Health regulations, including hairnets, gloves, and proper cooking temperatures (proteins well-done).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Solicitation.
- Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to June 11, 2026.
- Place of Performance: CAMP JAMES A. GARFIELD, 8451 STATE RTE 5, RAVENNA, OH 44266.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 722320 (Food Services) with a size standard of $90,000,000.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: May 25, 2026, at 1:00 AM local time.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on PRICE and other factors, incorporating FAR 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and FAR 52.212-2 (Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services).
- Submission: Offers must be submitted in accordance with the instructions provided in the solicitation.
Special Requirements & Notes
- Personnel Requirements: Contractor employees require installation access, must complete AT Level 1 training, and iWATCH training. Identification media must be retrieved and returned upon employee departure.
- Quality Control: Contractors must develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Plan (QCP) and designate a Contract Manager (CM).
- Payment: Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is required for payment requests and receiving reports.
- Compliance: Zero-tolerance policy for Combating Trafficking in Persons. Contractors must notify the KO of any potential Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) and submit a mitigation plan.
- Government Furnished Property: None specified; contractor shall furnish all required items.
People
Points of Contact
Brett A. FruthPRIMARY
Barry BealeSECONDARY
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Posted: May 18, 2026