Meals for 2168 Transportation Company

The Iowa Army National Guard's 2168 Transportation Company is seeking a small business contractor to provide breakfast and dinner meals from June 19 to July 3, 2025, at the Sheldon armory in Sheldon, Iowa. The Request for Quote (RFQ) W912LP-25-Q-1013 requires a catering service that can prepare and serve meals following strict military food service regulations, including maintaining specific food temperatures and using Armed Forces Recipe Service guidelines. Contractors must submit their quote by June 2, 2025, at 11:00 am central time, with evaluation based on the lowest-priced, technically acceptable proposal that meets all requirements. To be eligible, vendors must have an active System for Award Management (SAM) registration and be prepared to submit electronic invoices through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and military food safety standards, with the Contracting Officer, Ms. Kelsey Letcher, serving as the primary point of contact.

The contract is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS Code 722310, with a small business size standard of $47 million. The total meal service encompasses 618 dinner meals and 520 breakfast meals, with daily headcounts ranging from 0 to 130 people. Contractors will be responsible for providing all serving equipment, disposable utensils, and adhering to detailed menu specifications that include diverse protein options, side dishes, and beverages. The place of performance is specifically the Sheldon armory located at 920 Western Avenue, Sheldon, Iowa 51201. Meals must be served in a buffet-style format, with strict requirements for food preparation, temperature maintenance, and portion control. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed price basis, with the successful vendor required to coordinate meal delivery and setup directly with the unit's Point of Contact after award. Electronic payment will be processed through Electronic Funds Transfer upon successful completion of meal services.