RFQ - Catered Meals in support of Army 250 Parade in Washington DC

The Department of the Army National Guard is seeking a catering contractor to provide meals for the 250th Army Birthday Parade in Washington DC, scheduled from June 12-16, 2025. The Request for Quote (RFQ) W912R125QA014 requires a vendor to deliver catered breakfast and dinner meals to DC Armory and Wells Field House, with meal quantities ranging between 1,800-2,350 for breakfast and 1,700-2,250 for dinner. Quotes will be evaluated based on price, past performance, meal offerings, and delivery plan, with the government reserving the right to award without further discussions. The solicitation requires contractors to provide individually packaged, grab-and-go continental-style meals that meet specific nutritional standards, including accommodations for vegetarian, vegan, Halal, and Kosher dietary requirements. Quotes are due by June 4, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT, with key points of contact being LTC J. Paul Caldwell (Contracting Officer) and SPC Tiffany R. Williams (Contract Specialist).

The solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside with a $9,000,000 size standard, utilizing NAICS Code 722320 (Caterers) and Product Service Code 8945 (Food, Oils and Fats). Meals must be prepared offsite and delivered within 30 minutes of service, with all disposable containers and utensils provided by the contractor. The contract will be awarded using Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR Part 13, with a firm fixed price structure. Performance locations include DC Armory in Washington, DC, and Wells Field House at Fort Belvoir, VA, with specific requirements for meal preparation, including diverse menu options covering grains, proteins, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and beverages. Contractors must also provide health inspection certification and adhere to strict nutritional and dietary guidelines established by the Army National Guard.