Cooking Services for the US Embassy

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (RFQ Number 19EC7526Q0006) is for food services for the U.S. Embassy Quito's Marine Security Guard Residence (MSGR). The services include furnishing all labor, material, equipment, and services for food preparation and service.

• Food Services: Preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals for Marine Security Guards.

• Menu Planning: Development of a 20-day menu cycle, offering variety and accommodating dietary needs, with a focus on fresh, healthy, and quality prepared foods.

• Staffing: Provision of managerial, administrative, and direct labor personnel.

• Quality Control: Implementation of a Quality Control plan, adherence to food safety standards (FDA, USDA, Codex Alimentarius), and regular inspections.

• Deliverables: General Instructions, Schedules, List of Personnel, Evidence of Insurance, Licenses and Permits, Transition Plan, Daily Headcount, 20-Day Menu Plan, Menu Adjustments, Menu Acceptability and Waste Report, Menu Metrics, Hazard Analysis and Critical Point (HACCP) Plan, Illness Reports, Food Storage Catalogue, Reporting Plan, Risk Management Plan, Quality Control Plan, Food concession, food, and water inspection SOPs, Quality Control Reports, Vulnerability Assessment, KPI Reporting, Food Service Operation Uniform plan, Health, Safety and Environment Plan.

• Contract Type: Fixed-price contract.

• Period of Performance: One-year base period from the Notice to Proceed, with four one-year options and an additional six-month option to extend.

• Value: Not explicitly stated, but pricing is per month for services.

• Submission: Offers must be completed on SF-1449, including specific information on the offeror's ability to perform, SAM registration, past performance, and a strategic plan for cooking services.

• Evaluation: The award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, responsible contractor. Evaluation factors include Compliance Review, Technical Acceptability, Price Evaluation, and Responsibility Determination.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Offer Due Date: June 29, 2026, 12:00 Local Time.
  • Site Visit: June 17, 2026, 2:00 PM.

• The acquisition is unrestricted.

• Value Added Tax (VAT) is not included in CLIN rates and will be priced as a separate line item.

• The James Zadroga 9/11 Victims Health and Compensation Act of 2010 notice applies, potentially subjecting payments to a 2% excise tax.

• Government Furnished Property (GFP) will be provided, including MSGR kitchens and equipment.

• Insurance requirements are detailed, including General Liability and Workers' Compensation.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DOSAR clauses related to various requirements, including labor laws, safety, and certifications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for "COOKING SERVICES" to be provided to the American Embassy in Quito, Ecuador. It outlines the requirements for these services.

• The primary deliverable is "COOKING SERVICES".

• Detailed requirements for these services are "SEE ATTACHED", indicating that a separate document or addendum specifies the scope of work.

• The solicitation number is 19EC75-26-Q-0006.

• The issue date is June 12, 2026.

• The offer due date is June 29, 2026, at 12:00 local time.

• The contract is administered by Matthew Madden, Contracting Officer, American Embassy Quito.

• Offers are due by the date specified in block 8.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and potentially 52.212-3 and 52.212-5, which are noted as attached or to be attached.

• The acquisition is marked as "UNRESTRICTED".

• The document is a Standard Form 1449, used for solicitations for commercial products and commercial services.

• Payment will be made by the American Embassy Quito.

• The document references "SEE SCHEDULE" for delivery information and "SEE ATTACHED" for the specific services required.