MSG: Cook services

The U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Buenos Ayres, is issuing RFQ 19AR2026Q0001 for commercial cook services to be performed at the embassy residence (MSG Residence 11 de Septiembre 851, Buenos Ayres, Argentina). Offerors must demonstrate technical acceptability through past performance, a comprehensive quality‑assurance plan that includes contract administration, risk‑management, reporting, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and all deliverables listed in Attachment 1, and provide proof of required insurance (or a statement of intent and insurer). Proposals must include a completed SF‑1449, pricing, representations and certifications, any additional information required in Section 3, and proof of active SAM registration; non‑registered firms will be deemed non‑responsible. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 10 a.m. local time on 9 April 2026; prospective offerors must contact Cristian Minotti (BNS‑Procurement@state.gov) by 2 p.m. on 6 April 2026 to arrange entry. Quotations are due electronically by 2 p.m. local time on 20 April 2026, in Word, Excel or PDF format, not exceeding 30 MB per file (larger submissions must be split). The contract will be awarded to the responsible, lowest‑priced offer; discussions are not anticipated but may be held with competitively‑ranked firms. Compliance with FAR 52.225‑25 (prohibition on contracting with entities engaged in certain Iran‑related activities) and all incorporated FAR/DOSAR provisions is mandatory. The solicitation includes a women‑owned small‑business set‑aside.

Notice ID

39f523e4a23e40619ea032691abdd932

Solicitation Number

19AR2026Q0001

NAICS Code

722310

Classification Code

S203