Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source 8(a) Procurement to The J Group, LLC, for Temporary Chef Services
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Corps of Engineers (USACE), Memphis District, intends to award a sole-source 8(a) procurement to The J Group, LLC, for Temporary Chef Services. These services will support the Mississippi River Commission (MRC) and revetment operations from FY2026 through FY2030. This notice is for informational purposes only; however, other interested 8(a) firms may submit capability statements by June 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CT.
Opportunity Details
- Contract Type: Commercial Firm Fixed-Price Services
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS Code: 722310 (Operation of Dining Facilities)
- Small Business Size Standard: $47,000,000
- Procurement Authority: FAR 19.108
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Executive Chef and Sous Chef services to provide banquet-style meals during MRC Inspection Trips and traditional short-order meals during Revetment Seasons. Services include meal preparation, serving, and cleanup, ensuring compliance with food sanitation requirements.
Period & Place of Performance
- Period: June 29, 2026, through December 31, 2030, with a potential six-month extension.
- Place: Onboard the Motor Vessel (M/V) Mississippi.
Key Requirements
Chefs must work 24/7 during Inspection Trips and adhere to specific shift schedules during Revetment Seasons. Personnel must meet experience requirements, including 3 years of fine dining for the Executive Chef and maritime experience. Required certifications include Food Handler Certificates, and compliance with CDC food sanitation, safety regulations (EM 385-1-1), and security requirements (AT Level I training, background checks, potential CAC issuance) is mandatory. The Government will furnish all necessary resources.
Submission Information
This is not a request for competitive quotes. Interested firms must identify their interest and provide documentation demonstrating their capability (including detailed technical information, past performance, and references) by emailing Contract Specialist Alexandria Duckett at Alexandria.D.Duckett@usace.army.mil.
- Submission Deadline: June 17, 2026, no later than 10:00 a.m. Central Time.
Important Notes
The Government's determination not to compete this requirement is solely at its discretion. Information received will be considered only to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. No capability briefings will be honored, and the Government will not award a contract based on responses to this notice, nor reimburse participants for provided information. The Government reserves the right not to compete the proposed purchase order based on responses.