Albany MEPS Noon Meals

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Sam Houston seeks boxed noon meals (sub sandwiches) for applicants processing through the Albany Military Entrance Processing Station in Albany, New York, with proposals due June 1, 2026. The procurement is set aside 100 percent for Women-Owned Small Businesses.

Place of performance is Albany, NY 12207. NAICS code 311991, Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing; PSC 8970, Composite Food Packages. The contract requires 5,977 boxed noon meals for the base period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with two one-year options extending through June 30, 2029. The government guarantees a minimum procurement of $1,500 worth of meals. Pricing is firm fixed-price, with delivery to the MEPS Operations Control Desk by 10:00 a.m. daily, Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays and training days (estimated 264 days per year). FOB is destination; contractor bears transportation costs. Inspection and acceptance occurs at both origin and destination.

Each meal must include a 6-inch submarine sandwich (white or whole wheat, 2.5 oz. minimum), 4 oz. minimum meat (ham, turkey, or roast beef), 2 slices cheese (1 oz. minimum except veggie subs), 1 oz. chips, one large or two medium cookies, fresh fruit (1/3 pound minimum apple or banana), cold beverage, and condiments. Vegetarian subs require pre-preparation with lettuce, onions, pickles, green peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers. The government estimates an average of 23 meals daily with a maximum of 75. Daily notification occurs by 8:00 a.m. All food must be sourced from licensed food establishments complying with state and local health rules. Contractor must maintain a self-inspection program and complete AT Level I, iWATCH, and OPSEC certifications within 30 calendar days of award.

Evaluation criteria: state or local health inspection report dated within 12 months (required for acceptability), past performance on acceptable/unacceptable basis, and price as the primary award factor. Award goes to the lowest priced technically acceptable offeror. Amendment 0001, issued May 20, 2026, updates FAR clause 52.222-90 and wage determination; a signed copy must accompany the quote. Contracting Officer is Olivia Y. Aguilar, olivia.y.aguilar.civ@army.mil, Fort Knox, Kentucky.