This is a combined synopsis solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a request for proposal (RFP). This acquisition is utilizing NAICS code 722320 Caterers with the small business size standard being $7.5M. This acquisition currently has no Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) ratings. This requirement is subject to availability of funding per FAR 52.232-18.

Requirement

A. Background

The 187^TH Fighter Wing in Montgomery, AL intends to award a contract with options to provide for the preparation, delivery, and serving of prepared hot meals to support the military members at the 280^th SOCS AL ANG Unit located at 209 Wallace Drive, Dothan, AL. The Government's intent is to establish a contract to supply the guard members with hot meals during their UTA (Unit Training Assembly) each month. The period of performance is one (1) base year. In addition, The Government's intent is offer up to (2) option year periods which may be exercised at the Government's sole discretion. The Government is obligated only to the extent of authorized purchases actually made under this contract. Site visit will be conducted on the 22^nd at 209 Wallace Dr. in Dothan, AL. Please contact me via email ([email protected]) if you plan to attend

B. Eligibility for Award.

Offerors must have a current registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov as of the date of award to be eligible for award. Offeror must maintain a current registration in SAM for the duration of the BPA in order to eligible for Calls and to facilitate disbursement of payments. Offeror shall ensure all representations and certifications are current in SAM as a condition of award. The offeror must be registered under this NAICS in the System for Awards Management (SAM) database at time of award determination in order to be considered for the award.

C. Evaluation.

Award of contract shall be made on the basis of Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation criteria considering the base period plus all option periods. An award of contract will be made to the contractor who offer the lowest price technically acceptable.  The Contractor's offer shall demonstrate that they will meet or exceed the technical requirements stated in the Statement of Work.

All information will be submitted via email. All questions must be submitted before COB Monday 28 November 2016.