Desert Forge FY26 Meal Support - Fallon Area

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (W9124X26QA012) is for "Desert Forge FY26 Meal Support - Fallon Area." The government is procuring commercial buffet-style breakfast and dinner meals, as well as boxed lunches, for participants at the Fallon Armory in Fallon, NV.

• Provision of commercial buffet-style breakfast and dinner meals, and boxed lunches.

• Total of 3,132 meals required over a two-week period.

• Meals to be provided at the Fallon Armory, 895 E Richards St, Fallon, NV 89406.

• The specific pricing per meal (breakfast, dinner, lunch) is to be determined by the vendor.

• A Performance Work Statement (PWS) is referenced for detailed requirements.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: June 6, 2026, to June 20, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code 722320 (Caterers) has a size standard of $9,000,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: May 7, 2026, at 11:30 PM.

• Evaluation Factors:

  • Price: Must be submitted on SF1449.
  • Technical: Requires proposed menu for each meal, reasonable assurance of being in the catering business or having agreements with catering entities, and details on meal preparation location (must comply with local laws for food handling).
  • Past Performance: May be used if necessary, but not required unless specifically requested.

• Award will be made to the lowest priced offeror whose quotation meets instructions and is fair and reasonable, considering price and other factors. Award will be made without discussions, but discussions may be held if required.

• Quotations must be valid for at least 15 days after the solicitation close date.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code: 722320.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial products and services, small business set-asides, and labor standards.

• Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• The PWS is attached and provides further details on the scope of work.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued under the Service Contract Act, specifically Revision 29 of WD 2015-5597, dated December 3, 2025. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in Churchill, Douglas, and Mineral Counties, Nevada. The document lists numerous job classifications, from administrative support to technical and miscellaneous occupations, along with their corresponding hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits.

This wage determination is crucial for any contractor bidding on or performing federal service contracts in the specified Nevada counties. It outlines the minimum compensation requirements for employees, ensuring compliance with labor laws. Bidders must use these rates to accurately calculate labor costs in their proposals. The document also includes important notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), as well as details on vacation and holiday pay, and the process for requesting additional classifications if a required occupation is not listed.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide non-personal services for catered breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals to the Nevada National Guard during annual training at the Fallon Armory.

• Provide buffet-style breakfast and dinner meals, and boxed lunches.

• Deliver meals to the Fallon Armory, 895 E Richards St, Fallon, NV 89406.

• Contractor is not required to serve the meals.

• Provide all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, and transportation.

• Deliver approximately 3,132 standard meals between June 6-20, 2026.

• Breakfast meals ready by 6:00 a.m. (consumption 6:15 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.).

• Lunch meals ready by 12:00 p.m. (consumption 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.).

• Dinner meals ready by 6:00 p.m. (consumption 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.).

• Meals must meet portion, variety, and caloric standards (Breakfast: 1400-1700 calories; Lunch: 1600-1800 calories; Dinner: 1800-2000 calories).

• Sodium-free seasonings required for all meals.

• Condiments appropriate to menu items must be available.

• Butter/margarine spreads with zero trans fat required.

• Dinner entrees: minimum two main choices, at least one lean, and options for vegetarian and low-cost casserole.

• Lunch entrees: minimum two main choices, including a lower-fat and a vegetarian option.

• Beverages: standard options including dairy, juices, and non-carbonated drinks. Bottled water is not acceptable.

• Quality Control: Contractor must develop and maintain an effective quality control program.

• Period: June 6-20, 2026.

• Place: Fallon Armory, 895 E Richards St, Fallon, NV 89406.

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Contractor must identify themselves as contractors when interacting with the public.

• Key Personnel: A contract manager is required.

• Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) provisions apply.