IB08_Attachment 1_PDS_W9124D26QA097_Albany NM.pdf

This is a Product and Delivery Specification Detail document for a federal contract to provide noon meals to Armed Forces applicants processing at the Albany Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Albany, New York.

The contractor shall provide boxed noon meals Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays and training days, with an estimated 264 days per year. Meals must arrive at the MEPS Operations Control Desk by 10:00 a.m. daily in coolers maintaining proper temperature. Each meal shall consist of a submarine sandwich (white or whole wheat, 6 inches, 2.5 oz. minimum), meat (4 oz. minimum ham, turkey, or roast beef), cheese (2 slices, 1 oz. minimum except on veggie subs), chips (1 oz. minimum), dessert (one large or two medium cookies), fresh apple or banana (1/3 pound minimum), cold beverages (carbonated soft drinks, water, ice tea, or whole milk), condiments (mustard, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, vinegar), and straw and paper napkin. Vegetarian submarine sandwiches must be pre-prepared with lettuce, onions, pickles, green peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers, with lettuce and tomato wrapped separately. The government estimates an average of 23 meals daily with a maximum of 75 meals. The MEPS will notify the contractor by 8:00 a.m. daily of meal requirements. Extended hours processing days may require additional meals at contractor's option. All food must be delivered prepackaged in sturdy containers clearly marked by type and sourced from licensed food establishments complying with state and local health department rules. Payment shall be made via Government Purchase Card (GPC) on a monthly basis. Historical data shows 5,977 total lunches provided from February 2025 through January 2026, averaging approximately 498 meals monthly. The contractor must maintain a self-inspection program, comply with background check requirements for facility access, and complete mandatory training including AT Level I Awareness, iWATCH, and OPSEC certifications within 30 calendar days of contract award.