Bushmaster Meal Questions.pdf

• Will there be a buffet line to use for serving or the contractor must bring chaffers?

o It will be a buffet style line, in the past they have had plates ready for pickup once they walked up

• Can we bring a reefer truck to haul ingredients from the supplies or food distributors?

o Yes, you can bring a reefer truck to transport items

• Would the number of vegetarian guests be known to the contractor close to the project time so that we can make provision for the given number?

o Yes, we can get those numbers closer to the exact date

• How big are the coolers and freezers? Are they walk-In or reach-in double doors?

o The coolers/freezers are walk in, area should have 2-3 large walk-in.

• Will the services be buffet style or full service/plated meals?

o It will be plated meals preferably

• Will the contractor be allowed to store food for future service dates? If so, what is the available space (number of fridge/freezers on site) o We will have the space a week prior to the contract date, so the fridge’s will be alliable to store food in. There is approximately 2-3 freezers/fridges

• Are deposits allowed?(ACQ will answer) o No, advanced payments are not possible.

• Is there a preference for serving dishes/utensils? Paper or glassware?

o Paper/plastic is perfectly fine

• Could the vegetarian option be a vegan option?

o Yes, vegetarian can be a vegan option

• If awarded, how many days prior to the POP may we enter the facility to prepare?

o We will have the facility and you can come 1 week prior to set up if need be

• Will we be granted a key with 24/7 access? If not, can you please provide the times that we are able to enter/exit the facility?

o Yes, the area will be 24/7 and an individual will always be on site to allow you in

• Does the government have pots/pans/etc. for the preparation of the food?

o I am unsure if the facility has these on hand

• Does the government have large coffee makers that can support this mission that we can use?

o There are coffee makers on site

• Will we have access to the freezers, refrigerators, and dry storage units?

o Yes, to all of the above

• Can you please provide a list of the GFEs?

o It is a fully functioning commercial kitchen

• Please confirm that the government will be responsible for trash?

o Yes, we will be taking care of all trash inside and outside the facility

• The caterer is expected to remove trash in the service room and clean after every serving.

If so, are cleaning supplies and trash bags being provided?

o Cleaning supplies and trash bags will be in the facility to use

• Prior to the first day of serving on 10/15, Caterer will need to take a tour of the serving room when this can be done.

o This can be done anytime up to a week prior 10/8

• Attachment 1 (SOW) 2 nd para from the bottom, please define “Other Equipment” does this include Steamers, Warming boxes, Toasters, Fryers or Coffee Makers? We need to know what we are responsible for bringing.

o Serviceable/proper equipment is unknown as other individuals use it before us.

But during the walkthrough we can see what is available

• Menu call for Coffee, is this instant coffee or do you want 330 individual black coffee cups filled? What about Decaf Coffee?

o Instant coffee available is fine, we do not need 330 cups filled as not everyone will drink coffee

• Can Hot water just be used for individuals to make their own Tea or Coffee?

o Yes

• How many hours prior to the food being served can we arrive to finish preparing food?

This is needed to ensure we have enough staff and count the correct labor hours.

o The area will be available 24/7

• Are any other food certifications required for this event? (i.e. Army Veterinary Corp Food Inspection Certificate?)

o No

• Are any food inspections conducted at the location?

o Not to my knowledge

• What is needed for the Caterer to get on base? How many staff are allowed on base?

o They will need to be vetted through security, otherwise they will be issued a pass afterwards