RFQ_19NP4026Q0015_MSGR Cook Services

The solicitation seeks a contractor to provide full MSGR cook services for a U.S. Embassy or overseas post, including food preparation, menu planning, nutrition, dietary restrictions, and backup staffing. Offerors must demonstrate technical acceptability through past performance, a comprehensive quality‑assurance plan (contract administration, risk‑management, reporting, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and HACCP‑based plans), and compliance with all deliverables listed in Attachment 1. A culinary practical assessment will evaluate the offeror’s standard operating procedures for food safety, organization, and technique in a kitchen environment. Proposals must also identify any government‑furnished items, their condition, and a procurement schedule for any missing or inadequate items, and provide proof of required insurance (or a statement of intent and insurer). Required submission elements include a company brochure, client list, documented food‑safety practices, provision for one regular and one backup cook, and menu‑planning details. Quotes are due 28 May 2026, 1659 hrs Kathmandu local time, in English, submitted electronically to KTMContracts@state.gov in MS‑Word 2007/2010, MS‑Excel 2007/2010, or PDF format, with each file ≤ 20 MB. Evaluation will be based on compliance, technical acceptability, and price, with award to the lowest‑priced technically acceptable and responsible contractor. The contract is a DPAS‑rated order and includes small‑business set‑aside considerations (WOSB, EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, etc.). Performance standards require no more than one customer complaint per month and adherence to ServSafe quality standards.

Notice ID

76a03b61868a41ad98ea85c6504afc6a

Solicitation Number

19NP4026Q0015

NAICS Code

722310

Classification Code

S203