QandA.pdf

Q1. Is the staffing listed in the solicitation the required minimum staffing?

A1. Yes.

Q2. How many cashier stations are open per meal?

A2. Two.

Q3. How many serving lines are open per meal?

A3. Two.

Q4. Who is responsible for developing the menus?

A4. The Government.

Q5. How are the menus planned?

A5. The Air Force’s 21-Day Menu is used with some flexibility to adjust for a unit’s preference. Typically, lunch and dinner have the choice of 2 meats, 2 vegetable, and 2 starches.

Q6. What is the average head count per meal?

A6. Depending on the meal, it can be as high as 200.

Q7. Is the solicitation currently performed under contract? If so, who is the current contractor and what is the contract number?

A7. Yes. Honeypott Catering, W50S7020P0012.

Q8. What is their annual dollar amount of the current contract?

A8. The current contract began on 24 SEP 2020 with a phase-in period. Currently the contract is funded for $619,638.28 with an expiration date of 31 MAR 2021.

Q9. Are there any material changes from the last contract / solicitation, including number of personnel or total hours in the technical exhibit?

A9. Yes.

Q10. How will changes in wages and other increases within the Wage Determination be accounted for in mid contract (including possible increase in Federal Minimum Wage Increase)?

A10. Wage adjustments that result from a revision to the applicable wage determination will be made in accordance with contract clause 52.222.43.

Q11. Can a lead employed serve as the contract manager referred to in PWS paragraph 1.10?

A11. Yes.

Q12. Can you explain what you are looking for in the surge plan mentioned in addendum to 52.212-1?

A12. An offer that demonstrates a greater ability to acquire additional workers will be more highly rated.

Q13. Is there any historical data on surge volumes and frequency?

A13. No.

Q14. Do you do much scratch cooking?

A14. Yes.

Q15. How much Government support is available?

A15. The dining facility is authorized the following Government employees: 2 cooks, 2 dish washers, and 4 food service workers. The current staffing is 2 cooks and 3 food service workers. The contract workforce will supplement these Government employees.

Q16. Who provides paper products including to-go containers, disposable plates and bowls, plastic ware, and other disposables?

A16. The Government.

Q17. Can the contractor submit multiple offers?

A17. Yes, per provision 52.212-1(e), “Offerors are encouraged to submit multiple offers…”

Q18. What is the cost per meal for contract employees?

A18. Breakfast: $3.65, Lunch: $5.85, Dinner: $5.10.