FY26 MSG Cook Service
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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. Embassy Lima (Department of State) is soliciting proposals for MSG Cook Services to support the Marine Security Guards Detachment. This is a fixed-price contract for a base year with four option years, requiring comprehensive food services. Quotations are due by June 17, 2026, at 10:00 hrs.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, material, equipment, and services necessary for cook services. Key requirements include:
- Furnishing managerial, administrative, and direct labor personnel.
- Preparing and serving daily meals (Monday-Friday), including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene to U.S. standards.
- Developing and implementing a 20-day menu cycle with variety, accommodating dietary needs.
- Adhering to industry standards, codes, and government regulations.
- Providing quality management, food sourcing, preparation, and staffing.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Fixed-price.
- Period of Performance: One (01) year from contract award, with four (4) one-year options to renew.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Notice to Proceed: Issued after contract award and submission of insurance certificates, establishing a start date at least 10 days later.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations Due: June 17, 2026, by 10:00 hrs.
- Submission Method: Electronic submission to Mr. Patrick McElroy (McElroyPH@state.gov) and Mrs. Caterina Cicirello (CicirelloCL@state.gov).
- Format: Proposals must be in English, using MS-Word 2007/2010, MS-Excel 2007/2010, or Adobe Acrobat (pdf). File size limit is 30MB per email.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible company submitting an acceptable offer at the lowest price (Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable).
- Questions Due: June 10, 2026, by 11:00 hrs.
- Answers Posted: June 12, 2026.
Eligibility
- Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Offerors must obtain and provide an NCAGE code and proof of issuance.
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes SF-1449, Section I (Pricing), Section 5 (Representations and Certifications), and other required information. FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference. Attachments include the Description/Specifications/Performance Work Statement and Government Furnished Property.