IB08_Amendment 0001_W9124D26QA305_Jacksonville MEPS Noon Meals RFQ.pdf

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Question 1: How far in advance will Saturday meals be requested/communicated?

Answer: In accordance with (IAW) the Performance Work Statement (PWS) paragraph 5.1., the requirement for Saturday service will be identified in the annual operations schedule provided by the Government prior to the contract start date and upon change. The exact quantity of meals for a specific Saturday will be confirmed with the daily 8:00 a.m. notification IAW PWS paragraph 5.18.

Question 2: Will the Saturday meal be provided in the annual operations schedule?

Answer: Yes. IAW PWS paragraph 5.1., the Government will provide the contractor with the annual operations schedule, which will include the planned service days.

Question 3: How far in advance will the cancellation of Saturday meals be communicated?

Answer: As soon as a determination is made, the Government will notify the contractor when Saturday meals are not required on a scheduled Saturday. Additionally, the annual operations calendar will be updated and shared with the contractor at that time.

Question 4: Is the annual operations schedule subject to change? If so, how far in advance will this be communicated to the contractor?

Answer: Yes, IAW PWS paragraph 5.1., the annual operations schedule will be provided prior to contract start and upon change. When a change is made, the annual operations calendar will be updated and shared with the contractor at that time.

Question 5: Are the 5 training days on the operations schedule?

Answer: Yes, the training days are included in the annual operations schedule.

Question 6: For mission day meals, will the contractor be required to extend the serving time at the MEPS facility during the noon meal for the evening meals?

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Answer: No, all meals will be included in the daily noon meal order as specified in PWS paragraphs 5.1.1. and 5.18. The meal serving time will remain the same as specified in PWS paragraph 5.17.

Question 7: Will the contractor be required to return to the MEPS facility for the alternate meal period?

Answer: No, all meals will be included in the daily noon meal order as specified in PWS paragraphs 5.1.1. and 5.18. The meal serving time will remain the same as specified in PWS paragraph 5.17.

Question 8: Will the contractor be required to leave the mission day boxed meals in refrigerated units provided by the government for the alternate meal period serving time?

Answer: No, mission day meals should be left on the counter in the serving area prior to the contractor checking out with the MEPS at the end of the serving period. The MEPS will ensure the meals are stored properly.

Question 9: If the contractor leaves the meals for the government for the alternate meal period, who will be responsible for the food safety and serving of the boxed meals?

Answer: If mission day meals are required, all meals left at the end of the serving period will be turned over to the MEPS for food safety, storage and serving.

Question 10: What are the meal serving times required for the alternate/mission day meal period?

Time and length of service period.

Answer: All meals will be included in the daily noon meal order as specified in PWS paragraphs

5.1.1. and 5.18. The meal serving time will remain the same as specified in PWS paragraph 5.17.

Question 11: Provide clarification. 5.19, 5.13

Answer: The question period extended to all offerors during the solicitation period is available for specific questions asked regarding the solicitation. In the absence of a specific question, the Government cannot provide an answer.

Question 12: Will the Government or KO provide a checklist for self-inspection so the contractor can ensure expected requirements are met and maintained?

Answer: No, PWS paragraph 5.3 requires the contractor to maintain a program of self-inspection, acceptable to the government, to ensure compliance with this contract. Contractors should develop their own quality control program based on the requirements outlined in the PWS.

Question 13: Will the contractor be required to mop floors?

Answer: No.

Question 14: Will the contractor be required to simply wipe service counters and tables?

Answer: No, the contractor is required to ensure the dining area is in the same condition as prior to serving the noon meals. Once complete, the contractor is required to notify the designated MEPS representative prior to departure from the MEPS.

Question 15: Is it possible for the Government or KO to provide an exact cleaning checklist?

Answer: No, the minimum cleaning requirements are listed in the PWS paragraphs 5.6. through 5.6.4.

Question 16: Will the contractor be able to place garbage/trash in receptacles/dumpster at the MEPS building?

Answer: Possibly, however the contractor is responsible for ensuring all garbage is bagged and left in the dining area. The building custodial crew is responsible for removing the garbage from the dining area.

Question 17: Will the contractor be required to take garbage/trash with them to dispose of in an off-site facility/dumpster?

Answer: No.

Question 18: Will MEPS be providing trash receptacles for the lobby and service area?

Answer: Yes, there are several trash receptacles throughout the dining area.

Question 19: Who provides trash bags for receptacles in the service area?

Answer: The Government provides the trash bags.

Question 20: Where shall the contractor place/store the recyclables for MEPS to dispose of?

Answer: There are tri-can recyclable containers in the dining area.

Question 21: Is there a recyclable can/area in the serving area?

Answer: Yes, there are tri-can recyclable containers in the dining area.

Question 22: Is the Government responsible for the container when full?

Answer: Yes, the building custodial crew is responsible for removing the recyclables from the dining area.

Question 23: Will the Government provide recyclable containers in the service area for patrons to place in separate containers, such as glass, plastic, aluminum, cardboard, and/or any other recyclable categories?

Answer: Yes, the Government provides tri-can recyclable containers in the dining area.

Question 24: Will there be a limited medical examination form provided to the contractor to ensure required medical compliance?

Answer: No, it is the contractor's responsibility to ensure compliance with any federal, state, and/or local laws, regulations, and/or health codes for food handlers.

Question 25: Is the requirement for the contract to provided 1/3 Ham, 1/3 Turkey, 1/3 Roast Beef?

% of Veggie?

Answer: No, the PWS does not mandate a specific ratio or percentage for the sandwiches. As long as a variety is provided, the contractor may determine how many of each meat sandwich to provide (ham, turkey, and roast beef). Veggie sandwiches shall be prepared when requested and IAW with PWS paragraph 5.13.2.

Question 26: Will the count be provided for each type of boxed meal daily?

Answer: No, the PWS does not mandate a specific count, ratio, or percentage for the sandwiches.

As long as a variety is provided, the contractor may determine how many of each meat sandwich to provide (ham, turkey, and roast beef). Veggie sandwiches shall be prepared when requested and IAW with PWS paragraph 5.13.2.

Question 27: Will Veggie meals be requested each day by the KO at 8:00 am?

Answer: No, if a veggie sandwich(es) are required, the MEPS will indicate the amount of required veggie sandwiches with their daily noon meal order submitted to the contractor IAW PWS paragraph 5.18.

Question 28: Will the contractor have to maintain veggie meals on site each day? If so, how many?

Answer: No, if a veggie sandwich(es) are required, the MEPS will indicate the amount of required veggie sandwiches with their daily noon meal order submitted to the contractor IAW PWS paragraph 5.18.

Question 29: Will the contractor deduct from the boxed meat meals ratios to allow for the vegetarian meals in the daily ration?

Answer: No, the PWS does not mandate a specific count, ratio, or percentage for the sandwiches.

As long as a variety is provided, the contractor may determine how many of each meat sandwich to provide (ham, turkey, and roast beef). Veggie sandwiches shall be prepared when requested and IAW with PWS paragraph 5.13.2.

Question 30: Is there a consideration for a vegan boxed meal? Vegans do not eat cheese.

Answer: No.

Question 31: Confirming the only toppings requested are lettuce and tomato and that no onion or pickle are requested (except for veggie meals).

Answer: Meal sandwiches shall consist of bread, meat, cheese, lettuce, and tomato IAW with PWS paragraphs 5.13., 5.13.1., 5.13.1.1., 5.13.1.2., 5.13.1.3., and 5.13.3. Veggie sandwiches shall be prepared listed veggies in PWS paragraph 5.13.2.

Question 32: Do the veggie sandwich meal items need to be wrapped individually or placed on the sandwich?

Answer: The lettuce and tomato shall be wrapped individually IAW PWS paragraph 5.13.3.

Question 33: Will the contractor be transferring cold beverages into a cooler/refrigerator upon arrival?

Answer: No.

Question 34: Will the contractor be required to keep beverages cold in their own containers during the meal period?

Answer: Yes, food shall be protected from contamination and spoilage IAW PWS paragraph 5.7.

and cold beverages shall be provided IAW PWS paragraph 5.14.1.

Question 35: Is there a specific brand of drink products required?

Answer: No, a variety of drinks shall be provided IAW PWS paragraphs 5.14.1. through 5.14.1.4.

Question 36: Standard Bottled water is not 20oz; will 16.9 oz suffice?

Answer: No, water shall be provided as specified IAW PWS paragraph 5.14.1.2.

Question 37: Does the vinaigrette dressing need to be provided for all sandwiches, or is this intended for the Veggie Meals?

Answer: The vinegarette dressing should be provided for all sandwiches IAW PWS paragraph 5.14.2.

Question 38: Will there be cold storage to transfer the boxed meals into the dining/service area?

Answer: No.

Question 39: Will the contractor be required to place them on the serving table provided

Answer: Though the question is not clear what "them" is, food shall be protected from contamination and spoilage IAW PWS paragraph 5.7. and cold beverages shall be provided IAW PWS paragraph 5.14.1. Meals shall be packaged in sturdy and marked serving containers IAW PWS paragraph 5.20.1. and served to the applicants IAW PWS paragraph 5.17.

Question 40: Will the contractor be required to keep the meals cold in their own containers during the meal period?

Answer: Yes, food shall be protected from contamination and spoilage IAW PWS paragraph 5.7.

and cold beverages shall be provided IAW PWS paragraph 5.14.1.

Question 41: What time can the contractor arrive before 10:30 to begin load-in to the facility?

Answer: The contractor may arrive as early as 10:00 to begin the load-in to the facility.

Question 42: Is it possible for the contractor to be notified by 7:00 am instead of 8:00 am for meals required for the day?

Answer: No, the meal order will be submitted by 8:00 am daily IAW PWS paragraph 5.18.

Question 43: Why is the contractor responsible for obtaining a signature from each applicant?

Answer: This is Military Entrance Processing Command (MEPCOM) policy and is required IAW PWS paragraph 5.20.3. The government is not required to explain its rationale behind the requirements only to provide the requirements.

Question 44: Is the contractor paid for the meals ordered or the meals signed for? The RFQ references meals ordered, not meals given out.

Answer: The contractor is paid for the meals ordered.

Question 45: Will the contractor be given a copy of signed meal vouchers daily?

Answer: As the submitted question is worded, the Government is unable to determine exactly what is meant to be asked or the exact document referenced.

Question 46: How is the difference between the meals ordered and meals signed for accounted for, as far as payment to the contractor?

Answer: The contractor is not responsible for accounting for the difference. The contractor is responsible for obtaining applicant signatures as they pick up their meal and then submit the signed documents to the MEPS at the end of the meal serving period upon checking out with the MEPS each day IAW PWS paragraph 5.20.3. The contractor is paid for all meals ordered, not meals signed for by the applicants.

Question 47: The Solicitation page 3 Item 0001, references the Government guarantees to procure $1,500.00 of noon meals. What does this $1,500.00 guarantee mean?

Answer: This is a one-time minimum guarantee for the Government to purchase $1,500.00 of noon meals during the base period of the contract.

Question 48: Is this a daily guarantee/procurement amount?

Answer: No, this is a one-time minimum guarantee for the Government to purchase $1,500.00 of noon meals during the base period of the contract.

Question 49: Or is this only a guarantee/procurement amount overall for the year?

Answer: No, this is a one-time minimum guarantee for the Government to purchase $1,500.00 of noon meals only for the base period of the contract.

Question 50: How does this relate to the meals ordered by the Government?

Answer: It does not relate; this is a one-time minimum guarantee for the Government to purchase $1,500.00 of noon meals only for the base period of the contract. The Government will continue to order meals IAW the PWS.

Question 51: How does this relate to the signed receipt voucher?

Answer: It does not relate; this is a one-time minimum guarantee for the Government to purchase $1,500.00 of noon meals only for the base period of the contract. The Government will continue to order meals IAW the PWS and the contractor will be responsible for obtaining applicant signatures on the signed meal voucher IAW with the PWS paragraph 5.20.3.

Question 52: Quantity of 25,475: how does this refer to the $1,500.00 under Supplies/Services, or is this just an estimate based on historical data for RFQ purposes?

Answer: The quantity of 25,475 is the estimated annual total of meals the Government estimates it will purchase based on the historical data provided in the Technical Exhibit 2 in the PWS.

Question 53: Is the only payment option for the contractor to submit monthly invoices?

Answer: Yes, IAW PWS paragraph 5.20.4., invoices shall be submitted on a monthly basis.

Question 54: Can bi-monthly invoicing process be allowed?

Answer: No, IAW PWS paragraph 5.20.4., invoices shall be submitted on a monthly basis.

Question 55: Will the Government provide the actual Form 727-E?

Answer: Yes, IAW PWS paragraph 5.20.4., the 727-E and noon meal worksheet are provided to the contractor daily.

Question 56: How long after the 3rd of each month will a GPC card be provided to the contractor for payment?

Answer: IAW the Prompt Payment Act, the Government generally has 30 days to make payment after accepting a proper invoice (completely correct invoice without error).

Question 57: What is the review process and lead time for the Government to review the?

Answer: The Government cannot answer this question as a complete question was not asked.

Question 58: Will the Government consider WAWF instead of a GPC card to avoid credit card fees?

Answer: No, IAW PWS paragraph 5.20.5., the Government will use the Government Purchase Card (GPC) to pay for services received under this contract.

Question 59: Since site visits are not allowed, can pictures be provided of the entire service area the contractor will be occupying?

Answer: No, the Government will not release pictures of spaces located within the MEPS.

Question 60: Are any refrigeration service units available to the contractor for meal service? If so, are pictures available?

Answer: No, the MEPS does not have refrigeration service units available for contractor use.

Question 61: Will a solicitation contract be awarded, Form 1449? Since WAWF is not being utilized for payments.

Answer: Yes, a contract, Standard Form 1449, will be awarded to the successful offeror.

Question 62: If not, what process/form/contract will guarantee the contractor payment and contract for services?

Answer: N/A

Question 63: After reviewing the SOW, Solicitation, and the SAM.gov contracting opportunity posting, there is no mention of a written response; the only requirement is for the solicitation W9124D26QA305 - Standard Form 1449 to be turned to the contracting officer. Is a written response and/or capabilities statement required?

Answer: The government requires a written response as offers cannot be verbal. As to any requirements for something related to a capabilities statement, for a list of required documents to be included with the quote, please see Section L - Instructions to Offerors, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraphs a through f.

Question 64: The PWS states that the contractor will submit a detailed monthly invoice no later than the third workday of the following month and that payment will be made using the Government Purchase Card (GPC). Could you please clarify the anticipated timeframe for processing the GPC payment after receipt and acceptance of a complete monthly invoice? For example, should the contractor anticipate payment shortly after invoice approval, or is there a standard payment period that applies?

Answer: IAW the Prompt Payment Act, the Government generally has 30 days to make payment after accepting a proper invoice (completely correct invoice without error).

Question 65: What is the name of the incumbent contractor?

Answer: Space Age Engineering, Inc.

Question 66: What is the awarded unit price per meal under Contract W9124D21D0032 and the most recent delivery order, W9124D25FA281?

Answer: The Government cannot disclose the awarded unit price per meal.

Question 67: What is the estimated or actual number of meals associated with that delivery order.

Answer: The estimated number of meals associated with task order, W9124D25FA281, is 19,110.

Question 68: Is there a previous price schedule, bid abstract or award summary is publicly available.

Answer: Price schedules and bid abstracts are not made publicly available. The total awarded contract amount was $918,426.60.

Question 69: PWS Section 2.4 indicates that meals may normally be required on federal holidays, while PWS Section 5.1 states that meals will be required Monday through Friday except legal holidays, training days and other designated non-processing days. Please clarify whether service may be required on federal holidays and, if so, identify the applicable holidays.

Answer: Boxed noon meals are required Monday through Friday, excluding the 11 legal public holidays listed in Section 2.4, designated training days, and authorized non-processing days.

Question 70: The PWS requires ham, turkey, roast beef and vegetarian submarine sandwiches and several beverage selections. Will the daily order provided by 8:00 a.m. identify the required quantity of each sandwich type and beverage selection?

Answer: No, the PWS does not mandate a specific count, ratio, or percentage for the sandwiches.

As long as a variety is provided, the contractor may determine how many of each meat sandwich to provide (ham, turkey, and roast beef). Veggie sandwiches shall be prepared when requested and IAW with PWS paragraph 5.13.2. Regarding beverage selection, the daily order will not identify the type of drinks required. A variety of drinks shall be provided IAW PWS paragraphs

5.14.1. through 5.14.1.4. The daily order will only identify the quantity of meals needed each day.

Question 71: Please confirm whether the complete daily meal quantity must be delivered, cleared through security and ready for service by 10:30 a.m.

Answer: Yes, the complete daily meal quantity must be delivered, cleared through security, and ready to be served to the applicants at the start of the meal serving time of 10:30 a.m.

Question 72: Please confirm whether contractor personnel must remain onsite throughout the entire 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. serving period or may depart after all scheduled applicants have received their meals and the dining area has been cleaned.

Answer: Yes, the contractor should be prepared and ready to serve meals and remain onsite for the entire serving period (PWS paragraph 5.17.). At the end of the serving period, the contractor should check out with the MEPS staff and depart for the day (PWS paragraph 5.6.3.).

Question 73: For mission-day meals, will the additional quantity be included in the final order transmitted by 8:00 a.m.? Please also confirm whether mission-day meals are included in the estimated annual quantity of 25,475 meals and must be furnished at the same CLIN unit price.

Answer: Yes, the MEPS will order mission day meals by 8:00 a.m. daily. Yes, the 25,475 estimated annual meal total includes all meals and is the number of meals ordered during the time frame listed in the Technical Exhibit 2 of the PWS. All boxed noon meals are the same firm fixed price.

Question 74: Wage Determination No. 2015-4539, Revision 31, identifies several potentially applicable food-service classifications. Please confirm which classifications the Government anticipates will apply to personnel preparing, delivering, distributing and cleaning up after the meals, including whether Food Service Worker, Cook, Driver/Courier or any other classification applies.

Answer: IAW the Request for Quotes/Solicitation, RFO FAR 52.222-42, the applicable labor classification is Food Service Worker.

Question 75: Please confirm whether the applicable health-and-welfare fringe rate is $5.92 per hour or whether the $5.42 per hour rate associated with Executive Order 13706 applies when paid sick leave is provided separately.

Answer: Please review the Wage Determination, 2015-4539, Revision 32, dated 8/27/2026 (updated Wage Determination to be incorporated into the solicitation with this modification) located at https://sam.gov for an explanation when Executive Order (EO) 13706 applies.

Question 76: Section M addresses past-performance evaluation, but Section L does not expressly request a past-performance submission. Should offerors submit past performance references with their quotations? If so, please identify the required number, format and information.

Answer: Offerors are only required to submit the required documents listed in Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, RFO FAR 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraphs a through f.

Question 77: PWS Section 5.20.5 states that up to 17 Government Purchase Cards may be used each month. Will the contractor submit one consolidated monthly invoice that is allocated among the applicable cardholders, or must separate invoices be prepared for each cardholder?

Answer: IAW PWS 5.20.4., the contractor will prepare one consolidated (detailed) invoice by Armed Services Codes.

Question 78: Does ordinary commercial credit-card acceptance satisfy the Government Purchase Card requirement, or must the contractor support Level III transaction data?

Answer: Commercial credit card acceptance satisfies the Government Purchase Card requirement.

Question 79: Please clarify whether invoices will be paid exclusively by Government Purchase Card or whether any WAWF/PIEE submission is also required under DFARS 252.232-7003.

Answer: The invoice will be paid exclusively by Government Purchase Cards.

Question 80: DFARS 252.204-7024 is incorporated by reference. Is an active NIST SP 800-171 Basic Assessment in SPRS required for award? If so, is there a minimum required score?

Answer: No, an active NIST SP 800-171 Basic Assessment in SPRS is not required for award.

Question 81: Please identify the required delivery entrance, loading procedures and onsite point of contact. Please also confirm whether parking is available without charge or must be included in the contractor's unit price.

Answer: The contractor will park in the front parking lot (no charge for parking) and contractor will be responsible for bringing the lunches into the MEPS. The contractor will be required to go through daily security screenings upon entry into the MEPS and then go to the dining area to set up for the meal serving period. The onsite point of contact will be provided to the awardee during the post award meeting.

Question 82: If the Government reduces or cancels an order after the contractor receives the final 8:00 a.m. quantity and begins preparation, will the contractor be paid for meals already prepared or committed?

Answer: The Government will pay for all ordered noon meals.

Question 83: Please confirm that the stated $1,500 minimum guarantee applies only to the entire base period and that no minimum quantity is guaranteed for either option period.

Answer: Yes, the $1,500.00 is the total minimum guarantee for the base period. There is no minimum guarantee for option year periods.

Question 84: The SF 1449 lists the quotation deadline as September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

Please confirm the applicable time zone.

Answer: The applicable time zone is Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) zone.

Question 85: Please confirm whether the anticipated performance start date remains October 1, 2026, and provide the anticipated award date, if available.

Answer: The Government confirms the anticipated contract start date remains 1 October 2026 and anticipates awarding the contract prior to 1 October 2026.

Question 86: The solicitation references Service Contract Act Wage Determination No. 2015-4539, Revision 31, dated August 22, 2026. SAM.gov now reflects Revision 32, dated August 27, 2026.

Would you please let us know whether Revision 31 remains the applicable wage determination for this RFQ? If Revision 32 is intended to apply, we would appreciate any guidance on whether an amendment will be issued.

Answer: Correct, a revised wage determination, Revision 32 dated 8/27/2026, was published after we issued the Jacksonville MEPS Noon Meals solicitation. The Government will incorporate the updated wage determination via amendment to the solicitation along with all questions received with Government responses.

Question 87: Limitations on Subcontracting - FAR 52.219-14(f)(1) appears to provide alternative periods for measuring compliance with the limitations on subcontracting. Could you please clarify which compliance period applies to this requirement?

Answer: IAW RFO FAR 52.219-14(f)(1) as it appears in the solicitation, the contractor shall comply with the limitations on subcontracting: By the end of the base term of the contract and then by the end of each subsequent option period.

Question 88: Similarly Situated Subcontractor - Since this is a 100% small-business set-aside, could you please confirm whether the prime contractor may subcontract food preparation, transportation, delivery, and serving to a first-tier small-business subcontractor that qualifies as a similarly situated entity under FAR 52.219-14, subject to the requirements of the PWS?

Answer: Yes, the solicitation permits a prime contractor to subcontract tasks--including food preparation, transportation, delivery, and serving--to a first-tier subcontractor, provided that the subcontractor qualifies as a "similarly situated entity" under the terms of RFO FAR 52.219-14 - Limitations on Subcontracting.

Question 89: Service Contract Labor Standards - Could you please clarify whether Wage Determination No. 2015-4539, Revision 31, applies to employees of a subcontracted food-service establishment performing food preparation, transportation, delivery, and/or serving under this requirement?

Answer: Yes, Wage Determination No. 2015-4539, Revision 31, applies to all service employees engaged in the performance of this contract, including employees of a subcontractor performing the work of food preparation, transportation, delivery, and serving. *Please note, the Wage Determination 2015-4539 is updated to Revision 32, dated 8/27/2026 and will be incorporated into the solicitation with this modification.

Question 90: Onsite Serving Requirement - The PWS identifies the meal service period as 10:30 a.

m. to 12:30 p.m. Is contractor personnel required to remain onsite for the entire two-hour period each service day, or may personnel depart once all required meals have been distributed, meal-voucher signatures have been obtained, and the required cleanup has been completed?

Answer: Yes, the contractor should be prepared and ready to serve meals and remain onsite for the entire serving period (PWS paragraph 5.17.). At the end of the serving period, the contractor should check out with the MEPS staff and depart for the day (PWS paragraph 5.6.3.).

Question 91: SAM/CAGE Registration - We are currently completing our federal registration process and have not yet received our CAGE code. Does the offeror need to have an active SAM registration and assigned CAGE code by the September 16, 2026 quote submission deadline, or is this required prior to contract award?

Answer: The offeror shall be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) IAW RFO FAR 52.204-7 - System for Award Management-Registration as required by applicable law and regulation.

Question 92: Subcontractor Agreement Requirement - Section L requires a fully executed subcontractor agreement when any portion of the effort will be subcontracted. Is there a required format or minimum content for this agreement, or will a signed agreement identifying the prime and subcontractor, the scope of subcontracted work, period of performance, and the subcontractor's commitment to perform if the prime contractor receives award satisfy this requirement?

Answer: No, there is not a required format for the subcontractor agreement requirement as long as the fully executed agreement (signed by both parties) is IAW Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, RFO FAR 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraph c.

Question 93: Prime Contractor Food-Service Licensing - If the prime contractor does not prepare or handle food at its own facility and all food preparation is performed by the identified subcontractor at the licensed and inspected facility submitted with the quote, is any separate food-service license or health inspection required for the prime contractor?

Answer: No. The health inspection requirement is for the food service preparation facility IAW Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, RFO FAR 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraph b.

Question 94: Are mission-day meals included in the estimated 25,475 meals per contract period?

Please describe how mission-day meals will be scheduled, ordered, and counted for contract payment purposes.

Answer: Yes, the 25,475 estimated annual meal total includes all meals and is the number of meals ordered during the time frame listed in the Technical Exhibit 2 of the PWS. All boxed noon meals are the same firm fixed price. The MEPS will include mission day meal orders with the daily order submitted to the contractor by 8:00 a.m. The Government will provide the contractor with the annual operations schedule prior to the contract start date and upon change IAW PWS paragraph 5.1.

Question 95: Must mission-day meals be priced using the same firm-fixed unit price as regular noon meals, or may offerors propose a separate unit price for mission-day meals?

Answer: All boxed noon meals are the same firm fixed price.

Question 96: Does the $1,500 guaranteed minimum apply only to the base period, or does the Government guarantee a separate $1,500 minimum during each option period?

Answer: Yes, the $1,500.00 is the total minimum guarantee for the base period. There is no minimum guarantee for option year periods.

Question 97: If the Government reduces or cancels a meal order after the required 8:00 a.m.

notification, what compensation, if any, will be provided for meals already prepared, purchased, or otherwise committed?

Answer: The Government will pay for all ordered noon meals.

Question 98: Must the per-meal unit price include all costs associated with performance--including food, beverages, labor, transportation, delivery, equipment, cart use, cleaning, trash removal, meal-voucher administration, and invoicing? Also, may prices differ between the base period and option periods?

Answer: 1. Yes, the per meal unit price must include all costs associated with performance, pricing shall be IAW Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, RFO FAR 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraph d. Regarding the differing of prices between the base year and option years, the Government cannot advise offerors on pricing strategies.

Question 99: What procedures and systems must be used to submit meal vouchers, invoices, supporting documentation, and payment requests?

Answer: Daily meal orders, meal vouchers, invoices, supporting documentation, payment requests, and related communication will be conducted via email IAW PWS paragraphs 5.20.3., 5.20.4., and 5.20.5. The daily applicant signed meal forms will be turned into the MEPS daily prior to departing the MEPS for the day IAW PWS paragraph 5.20.3.

Question 100: What daily quantities or percentages are required for ham, turkey, roast beef, and vegetarian sandwiches, and what beverage quantities must be provided with each meal?

Answer: The PWS does not mandate a specific count, ratio, or percentage for the sandwiches. As long as a variety is provided, the contractor may determine how many of each meat sandwich to provide (ham, turkey, and roast beef). Veggie sandwiches shall be prepared when requested and IAW with PWS paragraph 5.13.2. Regarding beverage selection, a variety of drinks shall be provided IAW PWS paragraphs 5.14.1. through 5.14.1.4.

Question 101: What quantity or percentage of vegetarian meals must be provided each day? If the Government does not specify the vegetarian-meal quantity by 8:00 a.m., what minimum number must the contractor prepare or have available?

Answer: There are no daily minimum veggie sandwich requirements, as veggie sandwiches shall only be prepared when requested and IAW with PWS paragraph 5.13.2.

Question 102: Are meals for dietary restrictions, food allergies, religious preferences, or medical requirements required? If so, please identify the required categories, quantities, advance notice requirements, and applicable preparation standards.

Answer: No, only the meals outline in the PWS are required.

Question 103: Are beverages required to be included in each individual boxed meal or provided separately in a common serving area? Please identify the required beverage quantities and serving methods.

Answer: While each meal should include a drink, the drinks shall be provided separately from the packaged meal IAW PWS paragraph 5.15. Regarding beverage selection, a variety of drinks shall be provided IAW PWS paragraphs 5.14.1. through 5.14.1.4. and the contractor shall ensure each applicant receives a drink when they receive their meal.

Question 104: Are hot sandwiches permitted or required for mission-day meals? If permitted, must they receive advance approval from the COR or Contracting Officer?

Answer: Hot sandwiches are permitted, but are not required for mission day meals IAW PWS paragraph 5.19. If the contractor elects to provide hot sandwiches for mission day meals, the contractor may choose the hot sandwich selection(s) without advanced approval.

Question 105: What arrival and setup time is required before the 10:30 a.m. meal-service period, and what identification, vehicle information, access credentials, security documentation, and training must delivery personnel provide or complete before entering the MEPS?

Answer: The contractor may arrive as early as 10:00 to begin setting up for the day at the facility.

The contractor will need a Real ID to enter the MEPS and will be required to go through daily security screenings (x-ray scanners) upon entry into the MEPS. No additional vehicle information, access credentials, or security documentation will be needed prior to entering the MEPS.

Question 106: Please identify the authorized delivery entrance, parking or loading area, internal route, and any escort requirements for transporting meals to the dining area.

Answer: The contractor will park in the front parking lot (no charge for parking) and contractor will be responsible for bringing the lunches into the MEPS. The contractor will be required to go through daily security screenings upon entry into the MEPS and then go to the dining area to set up for the meal serving period. All other information will be discussed with the contract awardee during the Post Award Meeting.

Question 107: Are there specific size, type, or other requirements for the contractor-furnished cart used to transport meals into the MEPS?

Answer: No, there are no specific size, type, or other requirements for the contractor furnished cart to transport meals into the MEPS.

Question 108: Will the Government provide a designated area for cleaning, waste disposal, or temporary storage, or must the contractor bring and remove all supplies, equipment, and materials each day?

Answer: There is no Government provided storage area available for contractor use at the MEPS.

Therefore, the contractor shall bring and remove all supplies, equipment, and materials each day.

Question 109: For purposes of the solicitation's subcontracting requirements, which entities must be identified as subcontractors, including commercial restaurants, commissaries, food-preparation facilities, independent delivery drivers, and transportation providers?

Answer: If any entity other than the prime contractor is anticipated to perform any portion of the contract effort, a subcontractor agreement is required Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, RFO FAR 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraph c.

Question 110: Are independent delivery drivers or transportation providers considered subcontractors even if they have no role in food preparation?

Answer: If any entity other than the prime contractor is anticipated to perform any portion of the contract effort, a subcontractor agreement is required Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, RFO FAR 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraph c.

Question 111: If multiple food preparation facilities may be used, must the contractor submit a current health inspection report for each facility? Will a passing report from a county or local health department satisfy the requirement if the jurisdiction does not use an A/B grading system or an 85-point scale?

Answer: Only one food preparation facility may be used for this requirement as it is stated as singular and not plural IAW PWS paragraph 1.1.1. The one food preparation facility would require a health inspection report that satisfies the requirements IAW Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, RFO FAR 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraph b.

Questions 112: Are electronic meal-voucher signatures acceptable, or are handwritten signatures required on USMEPCOM Form 727-E?

Answer: The USMEPCOM Form 727-E form used daily to collect applicant signatures (IAW PWS paragraph 5.20.3.) shall be handwritten as the applicant will not have the ability to sign digitally.

For any monthly documentation requiring contract signature and is to be submitted by the contractor to the Government may contain digital signatures.

Question 113: What documentation or procedure must be followed if an applicant refuses or is unable to sign the meal voucher?

Answer: The contractor shall inform a MEPS representative onsite, and the MEPS representative will provide guidance.

Question 114: Must invoices and supporting documentation be submitted through WAWF, by email, or through another designated system?

Answer: Daily meal orders, meal vouchers, invoices, supporting documentation, payment requests, and related communication will be conducted via email IAW PWS paragraphs 5.20.3., 5.20.4., and 5.20.5.

Question 115: Besides the executed SF 1449, pricing, health inspection report, and subcontractor documentation, must offerors submit any additional technical materials, such as a proposed menu, staffing plan, delivery plan, food-safety plan, or quality-control plan?

Answer: For a list of required documents to be included with the quote, please see Section L - Instructions to Offerors, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, RFO FAR 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraphs a through f and what is also required in the PWS.

Question 116: Our question: for an offeror proposing to subcontract performance, does the Government require a subcontract agreement fully executed by both parties to be submitted with the quote on September 16, 2026, or is notification of the subcontractor's name and address at proposal submission sufficient, with an executed agreement to follow after award?

Answer: The requirement is for a subcontract agreement fully executed by both the prime contractor and contractor included with the quote submission IAW Section L - Instructions to Offerors, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters, Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO)

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.212-1 Addendum - Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Section 2, paragraph c.

Question 117: Please confirm if there is a prior incumbent for this contract? If so, we would appreciate knowing the incumbent contractor's name as well as the previous contract award amount.

Answer: The current contract number is W9124D21D0032 and was awarded to Space Age Engineering, Inc. The total contract value was $918,426.60.

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INFORMATION FROM TO

Description In accordance with (IAW) the

Performance Work Statement (PWS) available herein, provide and serve noon meals (sub sandwiches) to applicants processing through the Jacksonville Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) located in Jacksonville, FL for the base period. Applicable Wage Determination - Florida/Duval/WD # 2015-4539/Rev 31 Date 08/22/2026.

The Government guarantees to procure $1,500.00 of noon meals.

The stated quantities are estimated.

In accordance with (IAW) the Performance Work Statement (PWS) available herein, provide and serve noon meals (sub sandwiches) to applicants processing through the Jacksonville Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) located in Jacksonville, FL for the base period. Applicable Wage Determination - Florida/Duval/WD # 2015-4539/Rev 32 Date 08/27/2026.

The Government guarantees to procure $1,500.00 of noon meals.

The stated quantities are estimated.

KO DIRECTORATE OF CONTRACTIN, BLDG 1109B RM 250

FORT KNOX, KY 40121-5000

UNITED STATES

ROBERT APPLEWHITE, EMAIL: ROBERT.APPLEWHITE.CIV@ARMY.MIL TELEPHONE: 520-945-8948

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SCD: PAS:

This amendment provides answers to questions received from Industry and updates the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination to 2015-4539, Revision 32, dated 8/27/2026.