Yellow Ribbon Event (Conference Space & Meals) Reno, NV March 8, 2026

The Nevada Army National Guard is seeking conference space and meal services for a Yellow Ribbon Event scheduled for March 8, 2026, in the greater Reno, Nevada area. The event will serve approximately 280 National Guard service members and their spouses or significant others from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time. The contractor must provide two conference rooms—one main space accommodating all 280 guests configured with round tables and audio-visual equipment, and one breakout room with rectangular tables—along with plated or buffet-style lunch featuring multiple entree selections, side dishes, salads, breads, and beverages, plus snack service during morning and afternoon breaks. The venue must be located within a 20-mile radius of Reno, maintain a minimum three-star rating, provide onsite parking, and be situated approximately 10 miles from a hospital or emergency room. The solicitation is anticipated for release on or around February 3, 2026, and interested parties should submit capability statements to gregory.p.kothman.civ@army.mil; this pre-solicitation notice is not a commitment to issue a contract.

This opportunity is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVO) concerns certified by the Small Business Administration. No incumbent contractor or current contractor information is provided in this pre-solicitation notice. The government has not disclosed a specific budget or award value for this contract. The meals must accommodate dietary requirements including vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options for all 280 attendees, and the contractor must provide all standard serving dishes, plates, glasses, utensils, and linens. All contractor staff must maintain current food handler permits and valid food service and business licenses, which will be subject to inspection during the event. The contractor must also designate an onsite event coordinator and allow support staff access for a pre-event walkthrough to ensure proper facility coordination.