JOFOC_PR15992440.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification document submitted by the U.S. Department of State, Office of the Procurement Executive, seeking approval to award a sole source contract to UAB TAUARAKALNIS for catering services supporting the 2026 Fourth of July Celebration at the U.S. Embassy in Vilnius, Lithuania.

The contract encompasses the preparation, delivery, and service of food and beverages for a diverse group of guests, including necessary catering equipment and support staff. The Contracting Officer has determined that only one source is reasonably available based on FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). UAB TAUARAKALNIS possesses unique qualifications as the in-house catering service for the Palace of the Grand Dukes, providing exclusive access to the venue's onsite kitchen and storage facilities—essential for fresh food preparation, real-time catering adjustments, and compliance with health and safety codes. The contractor has a proven track record from successfully catering the 2025 Fourth of July Celebration at the same venue without interruptions and extensive experience executing high-profile diplomatic events with precision. The document is signed by Mario Guzman, Facility Manager/4th of July Co-Chair, and Jamie Fleischhacker, Contracting Officer, dated January 16, 2026. The Contracting Officer certifies that the anticipated cost to the Government is fair and reasonable.