Kuwait DFAC One Year Extension

The contract involves a sole source Request for Proposal issued to the contractor Tamimi for the operation and sustainment of Dining Facility (DFAC) services in Kuwait. This extension pertains to an existing Firm Fixed Price contract (W52P1J-10-D-0007) and covers a one-year period from February 1, 2017, to January 31, 2018. The work includes managing Army and Air Force DFACs within the Kuwait Area of Responsibility, encompassing meal storage, preparation, and serving to deployed military and civilian personnel. Additionally, the contract covers the upkeep of facilities, including leasing and maintenance of relocatable buildings, maintenance of Kuwaiti Government owned Assistance in Kind buildings, equipment leasing, and provisioning of supplies needed to support operational continuity. The contract is issued under FAR 6.302-1, indicating that only one responsible source is available to meet the agency’s requirements, confirming that no other supplies or services can fulfill the mission. The solicitation is managed by the U.S. Department of Defense, specifically the W4MM USA Joint Munitions Command located in Rock Island, Illinois. Key points of contact for this contract include Contract Specialist Anna E. Whitcomb and PCO Elizabeth W. Zaharopoulos, ensuring clear communication channels for contract management. The services fall under NAICS code 722310, related to food services, reinforcing the focus on DFAC operations.