Venue and catering services for staff holiday party

Management and Training Corporation, operator of the Tongue Point Job Corps, is soliciting fee-for-service venue and catering services for a staff holiday party in Oregon. The event is scheduled for 100 to 150 guests and will take place on either December 18 or December 19, 2026, from approximately 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with the buffet beginning at 6:30 PM. The contractor must provide a banquet-style space including room set-up with tables, chairs, linens, and a buffet, as well as audio/visual equipment such as a microphone and projector, and a no-host cash bar. Catering requirements include a menu with at least two protein entrée options, sides, salad, and non-alcoholic beverages. Bids must be submitted by November 16, 2026, and must include a detailed bid sheet with pricing for venue rental and catering, sample menu descriptions for each course, proof of insurance, and completed supplier packet documents including a W-9 and self-certification form. The award will be based on the best value as determined by MTC. This solicitation is set aside for various small business categories, including SBA-certified Veteran-Owned and Women-Owned Small Businesses. Compliance with FAR regulations regarding the Buy American Act, combating trafficking in persons, and records management is required, and contractors must maintain strict security and confidentiality safeguards for all information.