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This Statement of Objectives (SOO) details commercial meal support requirements for the Nevada National Guard's annual training events in Reno and Carson City from June 4-18, 2025. The contract (Solicitation Number W9124X25Q0008) seeks a catering contractor to provide individually boxed meals for the 422nd Engineer Support Battalion (ESB) at two primary locations: Washoe County Armory and Camp Washoe in Reno. The requirement includes lunch, breakfast, and dinner meals with specific dietary considerations, including vegetarian options for select meals.

Key contract details include a total of 11 active Contract Line-Item Numbers (CLINs) for meal services, with CLINs 0012-0015 for Carson City locations being cancelled. Meal requirements specify precise delivery times, quantities (ranging from 35-86 meals per delivery), and nutritional guidelines. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 722320 (Caterers) with a $9.0M size standard. Quotes are due by 11:59 PM PDT on May 12, 2025, with evaluation based on price and technical capability, aiming to select the best value vendor for the government.

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STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES (SOO)

For Commercial Meal Support for NVARNG Annual Training June 2025 in Reno and Carson City

Introduction:

The Nevada National Guard requires Commercial Meal Support for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner meals during annual training events in Reno and Carson City, NV from June 4 – 18, 2025. Events will be spread across two different training locations.

Performance Objectives:

The objective of this requirement is to provide commercial meals to Soldiers at the specified location during each training event.

Government Responsibilities:

The Government shall provide a site manager, a location to serve the meals, tables, and chairs for service members to eat.

Provide any additional required information, access to the site, and site management coordination after award.

Contractor Responsibilities:

The Contractor shall provide the following requirements:

Contract Line-Item Number (CLIN)

CLIN 0001 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 4, 2025 (143 total lunch meals)

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 4, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 86 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 86 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 4, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 57 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 11:30 a.m.; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 57 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0002 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 5, 2025 (108 total lunch meals)

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 5, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 51 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 5, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 57 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 11:30 a.m.; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 57 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0003 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 6, 2025 (86 total lunch meals)

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 6, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 86 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 86 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0004 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 7, 2025 (92 total lunch meals)

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 7, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 35 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 35 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 7, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 57 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 11:30 a.m.; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 57 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0005 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 8, 2025 (86 total lunch meals)

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 8, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 86 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 86 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0006 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 9-10, 2025 (310 total meals)

· Meal Requirements: Breakfast on June 9-10, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed breakfast meals delivered by 6:00 a.m.; intended consumption between 6:00 - 7:00 a.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 9-10, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 35 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 35 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 9-10, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 11:30 a.m.; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 40 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Dinner on June 9-10, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed dinner meals delivered by 6:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0007 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 11, 2025 (147 total meals)

· Meal Requirements: Breakfast on June 11, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 36 individually boxed breakfast meals delivered by 6:00 a.m.; intended consumption between 6:00 - 7:00 a.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 11, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 35 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 35 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 11, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 11:30 a.m.; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 40 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Dinner on June 11, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 36 individually boxed dinner meals delivered by 6:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0008 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 12-13, 2025 (326 total meals)

· Meal Requirements: Breakfast on June 12-13, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 32 individually boxed breakfast meals delivered by 6:00 a.m.; intended consumption between 6:00 - 7:00 a.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Breakfast on June 12-13, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 32 individually boxed breakfast meals delivered by 6:00 a.m.; intended consumption between 6:30 - 7:30 a.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 32 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 12-13, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 35 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 35 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Dinner on June 12-13, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 32 individually boxed dinner meals delivered by 5:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 32 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Dinner on June 12-13, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 32 individually boxed dinner meals delivered by 6:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0009 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 14, 2025 (195 total meals)

· Meal Requirements: Breakfast on June 14, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed breakfast meals delivered by 6:00 a.m.; intended consumption between 6:00 - 7:00 a.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Breakfast on June 14, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed breakfast meals delivered by 6:00 a.m.; intended consumption between 6:30 - 7:30 a.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 40 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 14, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 35 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 35 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Dinner on June 14, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed dinner meals delivered by 5:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 40 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Dinner on June 14, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed dinner meals delivered by 6:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0010 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 15-17, 2025 (345 total lunch meals)

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 15-17, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 75 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 75 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 15-17, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 11:30 a.m.; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 40 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0011 422nd ESB Meals at Reno NV June 18, 2025 (80 total lunch meals)

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 18, 2025 (Delivered to Washoe County Armory, 19980 Army Aviation Dr., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m. noon; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: None.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 18, 2025 (Delivered to Camp Washoe, 4601 Cocoa Ave., Reno, NV 89506)

· Provide 40 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 11:30 a.m.; intended consumption between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: One of the 40 meals shall be vegetarian.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0012 150th SMC Meals at Carson City NV June 9-18, 2025 (250 total lunch meals) (Delivered to Office of The Adjutant General, 2460 Fairview Dr., Carson City, NV 89701) CANCELLED

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 9-18, 2025

· Provide 25 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: No apples or peanuts for all meals. Additionally, One vegetarian / One no pork.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0013 150th SMC Meals at Carson City NV June 19 & 23 (160 total lunch meals) (Delivered to Office of The Adjutant General, 2460 Fairview Dr., Carson City, NV 89701) CANCELLED

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 19 & 23, 2025

· Provide 80 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: No apples or peanuts for all meals. Additionally, One vegetarian / One no pork.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0014 150th SMC Meals at Carson City NV Lunch on June 20-22 & June 24-26 (240 total lunch meals) (Delivered to Office of The Adjutant General, 2460 Fairview Dr., Carson City, NV 89701) CANCELLED

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 20-22 & June 24-26, 2025

· Provide 40 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: No apples or peanuts for all meals. Additionally, One vegetarian / One no pork.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

CLIN 0015 150th SMC Meals at Carson City NV Lunch on June 30 – July 3, 2025 (160 total lunch meals) (Delivered to Office of The Adjutant General, 2460 Fairview Dr., Carson City, NV 89701) CANCELLED

· Meal Requirements: Lunch on June 30 – July 3, 2025

· Provide 40 individually boxed lunch meals delivered by 12:00 p.m.; intended consumption between 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

· Dietary restrictions and allergy concerns are as follows: No apples or peanuts for all meals. Additionally, One vegetarian / One no pork.

· All meals are to be individually boxed meals.

· Government Point of Contact for delivery coordination and related details will be provided upon contract award.

Definitions & Meal Information:

A Buffet Style meal is defined as:

1. A meal set out on a table for ready access and informal service.

1. An assortment of options or offerings. Drinks are provided for buffet style meals.

1. Serving utensils, and paper products such as plates, cups, and silverware for Soldiers to eat with.

1. Upon delivery of food the contractor will also provide a printed copy of recommended portion sizes to the customer. The contractor will not serve Soldiers but must be able to provide the appropriate information for the customer to serve the Soldiers.

An Individually boxed meal is defined as:

1. Each boxed meal contains sufficient subsistence for one person for one meal.

1. Is boxed and ready prior to delivery. Drinks are not required for boxed meals.

1. All boxed meals shall be marked if a variation of types is provided to the customer.

Every meal provided by the contractor will include:

1. Sodium-free seasonings at every meal. Sodium-free seasonings must not contain monosodium glutamate (MSG).

1. Flatware, napkin and condiments appropriate to menu items should be available.

Dinner menu requirements will provide patrons –

1. Each meal shall be approximately 1400-1700 calories.

1. Two or more main entrée choices must be provided to choose from. Three entrées are desirable; no more than four choices are recommended.

1. At least one main entrée should be from naturally low-fat cuts and prepared with minimal added fat. Prepare and serve selections such as lean fish, poultry, meat (round or loin cuts) without added fat by baking, grilling, or roasting, with visible fat removed.

1. Provide one or more vegetarian main entrée options based on demand (the vegetarian entrée may serve as an interesting side dish for other supported personnel if the portion size is reduced appropriately). The lean entrée option may be vegetarian. The expected number of vegetarian meals is listed in the “meal requirements” portion of this each requirement under “Contractors Responsibilities”.

1. When three or four main entrée choices are offered, one of them must be a low-cost casserole type entrée.

1. No more than one fried entrée.

1. Prepare fish, meat, and poultry entrées by roasting, baking, or steaming more often than by deep frying or by other high-fat preparation methods.

1. Two or more additional cooked vegetables are required per meal for liberal selections by diners.

2. At least one choice must be non-starchy and a good source of vitamin A or vitamin C (colorful, dark leafy, and deep yellow, orange and red vegetables, including carrots, squash, tomatoes, zucchini, spinach, greens, and broccoli).

2. Offer no more than one starchy vegetable per meal.

2. Starchy vegetables include corn, peas (black-eyed, green), beans (chickpeas and baked, black, kidney, lima, navy, pinto, and refried beans).

2. Offer no more than one fried vegetable per day.

1. Two or more whole grain bread types are required (multigrain, white with whole grains, or 100 percent whole wheat with at least two grams of fiber per serving). At least one bread type should be fortified with calcium (150 mg), folate (16 micrograms), and iron (0.72 mg), with less than 230 mg of sodium per serving. Additionally, offering one selection of hot rolls, cornbread, garlic bread, or biscuits to complement the entrée is recommended.

3. Butter pats or margarine spreads with zero grams of trans fat per serving. Offer a choice of two or more nut spreads, jams, or jellies. Offer at least one fruit spread or low-sugar jam or jelly.

1. A standard beverage is required. Standard beverage choices, including decaffeinated beverage alternatives options include:

4. A variety of dairy selections (milk and alternatives).

4. Carbonated beverages - If carbonated beverages are offered at all, offer at least two caffeine-free options, and offer one low-calorie, dark, caffeinated beverage and one, low-calorie, clear, caffeine-free beverage.

4. Juice blends.

4. Noncarbonated flavored drinks.

4. Coffee (regular and decaffeinated) - Artificial sweetener may be offered for coffee and teas. If operating budget permits, contractors may offer flavored coffee creamers; if offered, ensure reduced fat varieties are included. Coffee creamers must contain no trans-fat.

4. Hot tea (caffeinated and decaffeinated).

4. Iced tea - If only one type of iced tea is offered, it must be unsweetened. Presweetened is the second option.

4. Bottled water is not an acceptable standard beverage and my not be added to any receipt or invoice.

1. Contractor shall consider legumes and beans to be as a side dish.

1. Contractor shall consider incorporating whole grain and white whole grain pasta and rice into recipes and menu. Consider whole grain rice blends and other whole grains such as amaranth, bulgur, and quinoa.

1. All frozen or canned vegetables should contain less than 230 mg of sodium per serving.

Lunch menu requirements will provide patrons –

1. Each meal shall be approximately 1400-1700 calories.

2. Two or more main entrée choices must be provided to choose from. Industry standard lunch items such as sandwiches, chicken bowls, etc are preferred.

a. At least one main entrée should be from naturally low-fat cuts and prepared with minimal added fat.

b. Provide one or more vegetarian main entrée options based on demand. The expected number of vegetarian meals is listed in the “Meal requirements” portion of this each requirement under “Contractors Responsibilities”.

3. A standard beverage is required. Standard beverage choices, including decaffeinated beverage alternatives options include:

a. Carbonated beverages - If carbonated beverages are offered at all, offer at least two caffeine-free options, and offer one low-calorie, dark, caffeinated beverage and one, low-calorie, clear, caffeine-free beverage.

b. Juice blends.

c. Noncarbonated flavored drinks.

d. Coffee (regular and decaffeinated) - Artificial sweetener may be offered for coffee and teas. If operating budget permits, contractors may offer flavored coffee creamers; if offered, ensure reduced fat varieties are included. Coffee creamers must contain no trans-fat.

e. Bottled water is not an acceptable standard beverage and my not be added to any receipt or invoice.

Breakfast menu requirements will provide patrons:

1. Each meal shall be approximately 1400-1700 calories.

1. The contractor must provide two or more choices of 100 percent juice over the range of boxed meals.

1. Orange juice fortified with calcium and vitamin D and another juice high in vitamin C.

1. Blended juices are acceptable but must be 100 percent juice.

1. If offered, tomato and vegetable juices should contain less than 230 milligrams (mg) of sodium per serving.

1. The contractor must provide two or more choices of fresh fruit over the range of boxed meals.

2. Canned or frozen fruit (light syrup or its own 100 percent juice) can be considered if unanticipated supply shortfalls mean fresh fruit is not available.

2. Offer raisins or other dried fruits available, based on demand.

2. Offer bananas daily.

1. The entrees provided by the contractor may include:

3. Breakfast burrito or Breakfast sandwich: the contractor may rotate between white flour and whole wheat tortillas for the breakfast burrito; the contractor may rotate between biscuits, bagels, and English muffins for variety for the breakfast sandwich.

3. Each entrée will include eggs, cheese, and breakfast meat.

1. One breakfast meat choice must be non-pork and one breakfast meat choice must be lower in fat (less than 12 grams of fat per serving for patties or links and less than 5 grams of fat per serving for turkey bacon, Canadian bacon, or center cut bacon).

1. The non-pork option can be a low-fat option. If offered, bacon should have less than 290 mg of sodium per serving.

1. One or more hot starch choice such as potato (for example, hash browns) or rice must be offered consistent with the interests of the supported personnel.

1. Cereal bars may be offered in addition to the menu. The products must contain at least 2.5 grams of fiber per serving and fewer than 10 grams of sugar per serving.

1. May offer choice of one or more breakfast pastry, such as a raised or cake doughnut, sweet muffin, sweet roll, pastry, or danish.

(End SOO)

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