W9124D26QA163 San Juan MEPS Boxed Meals
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 Department of the Army, W6QM MICC-FT KNOX, has issued a Presolicitation notice for a Request for Quotations (RFQ) to provide hot noon boxed meals for applicants processing through the San Juan Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Guaynabo, PR. This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The RFQ is expected to be posted on or about June 15, 2026, with quotes due on or about July 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for providing hot noon boxed meals to applicants at the San Juan MEPS during the specified contract period.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation for a Request for Quotations (RFQ)
- Period of Performance: Base period from August 1, 2026, or date of contract award (whichever is later), through July 31, 2027. The contract includes two one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 722310 Food Service Contractors
- Size Standard: $47 Million
Submission & Evaluation
- The official RFQ (W9124D26QA163) is anticipated to be posted on SAM.gov on or about June 15, 2026.
- Quotes are expected to be due on or about July 15, 2026. These dates are subject to change.
- All questions must be submitted in writing via email to robert.applewhite.civ@army.mil or melissa.j.brackett.civ@army.mil by 1:00 PM Eastern Time, June 10, 2026.
- Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov to be eligible for award. Faxed quotes will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice; the actual RFQ has not yet been posted. Vendors should periodically check SAM.gov for the official RFQ and any amendments.