Meal Preparation and Catering Services

This contract requires full preparation, packaging, and delivery of boxed meals based on a strictly managed 21-day rotating menu that ensures no food item is repeated within any 72-hour period. All aspects of service including labor, ingredients, packaging materials, temperature control during handling and transit, and end-to-end logistics must be managed by the contractor to maintain consistent quality and compliance with dietary and safety standards. The meals are to be delivered reliably and on schedule to support operations at the designated location in Hammond, Louisiana, with zip code 70401. The contract is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to bid. It falls under NAICS code 722320, which corresponds to food service contractors for institutions and other establishments. The solicitation was posted on May 13, 2026, with responses due by 4:00 PM on May 21, 2026. The contracting entity is the Department of Defense through the W7NB Uspfo Activity La Arng, and performance is exclusively tied to the Hammond location. All operational responsibilities, from meal planning to delivery, must be executed without external dependencies, ensuring complete accountability and seamless service delivery.