W9124D26QA077_Tampa MEPS Boxed Noon Meals
Federal opportunity from Public Agency. Place of performance: United States.
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- United States
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Description
The US Army is seeking a contractor to provide and serve Noon Meals (sub sandwiches) to applicants processing through the Tampa Military Entrance Station (MEPS) for a period of 12 months, with options to extend. The contractor must provide a health inspection report for the proposed food preparation facility, which must have received a score of "A" or "B" (85 or above) in the last 12 months. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced technically acceptable offeror.
• The contractor mu... | Title: W9124D26QA077_Tampa MEPS Boxed Noon Meals, Agency: U.S. Department Of Defense, State: Kentucky, Open Date: 2/24/2026, Close Date: 3/18/2026, Last Updated Date: 3/5/2026
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The U.S. Army is looking for a contractor to provide sub sandwiches to applicants at the Tampa MEPS over a 12-month period, with potential extensions. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror, necessitating a solid pricing strategy. Additionally, contractors must provide a health inspection report from their food preparation facility, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
The buyer aims to secure a contractor for providing and serving sub sandwiches to applicants processing through the Tampa MEPS, emphasizing the need for compliance with health and safety standards.
- Experienced caterers with previous military contracts
- Local companies near Tampa
- Contractors with strong health compliance records
- Identify compliant food preparation facilities
- Submit health inspection report
- Prepare and serve boxed noon meals
- Ensure timely delivery and service
- Manage administrative requirements and reporting
- Adhere to contract specifications and quality control
- Proof of health inspection report
- Detailed pricing proposal
- Past performance references
- Compliance with food safety regulations
- Proposed menu and service delivery plan
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- Health inspection score must be 'A' or 'B' (85 or above) from the last 12 months.
- Adherence to food safety regulations is mandatory.
- Focus on being the lowest priced technically acceptable offer.
- Consider cost efficiencies in food sourcing and preparation.
- Partner with local food suppliers for freshness.
- Engage health consultants for compliance assurance.
- Potential issues with health inspection compliance.
- Pricing competitiveness with other bids.
- Supply chain disruptions affecting meal preparation.
- What are the anticipated volumes of meal service per day?
- Are there specific dietary restrictions or preferences to account for?
- What is the expected level of service and customer interaction required?
- Can the contract be extended beyond the 12-month period?
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- No specified total or estimated contract value.
- Contractor performance expectations not detailed.
- No specific meal quantity provided per day.
- Limited information on evaluation criteria for technical acceptability.
- Lack of explicit contract terms or conditions stated.
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