Catering - Drill Weekends June, August, and September

The Wisconsin Army National Guard, specifically the 128th Air Refueling Wing, is seeking a catering contractor to provide meal services during three drill weekends in 2025. The solicitation requires a qualified vendor to prepare, deliver, and serve comprehensive meals for 400 personnel per day on June 6-8, August 1-3, and September 5-7 at the Sijan Hall Dining Facility in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The contract demands strict adherence to multiple food safety regulations, including the 2019 Tri-Service Food Code, 2017 FDA Food Code, and National Restaurant Association ServSafe standards. All catering personnel must be 18 or older, possess valid food handler permits, and follow rigorous hygiene and sanitation protocols. Quotes are due by April 30, 2025, at 1:00 PM CST, with proposals remaining valid through September 30, 2025, and the government will conduct random performance monitoring to ensure 95-100% compliance with established quality standards.

This solicitation is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS category 722320 (Caterers), targeting small business contractors capable of meeting complex military catering requirements. The contract will involve preparing multiple daily meal options, including two to three entrees, two starches, two vegetables, breads, soups, fruits, desserts, salads, and various beverages for each meal service. While specific award value is not disclosed, the contractor must provide all necessary equipment, condiments, and serving materials as part of the service. Funds for the contract are not currently available and will be secured through appropriations after vendor selection. The place of performance is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, at the Sijan Hall Dining Facility, with the contractor responsible for complete meal preparation, delivery, setup, service, and cleanup throughout the specified drill weekend dates in June, August, and September 2025.