This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

W9071092860001- Dinner Meals, Richmond, VA
Dates Needed- 8 November 2009 through 23 November 2009

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 01-25. This is totally set aside for small businesses. The NAICS code is 722110 applies to this solicitation. The size standard is $7,000,000.

The following clauses and provisions apply to this acquisition: Contractors must be actively registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) to be eligible for award. Register at www.ccr.gov. The vendor must be ORCA certified at https://orca.bpn.gov/. See below for description of services requested. Award will be made to the lowest offeror whose services meet the Governments minimum needs. Provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instruction to Offerors Commercial Items applies to this acquisition, 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items. Clause at FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. Clause at FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders Commercial Items applies to this acquisition to include the following FAR clauses: 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set Aside, 52.222-3 Convict Labor, 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies, 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities, 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity, 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities, 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era and Other Eligible Veterans, 52.222-39 Notification of Employees Rights Concerning Payment of Union Dues or Fees, 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons, 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases , 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer Central Contractor Registration, 52.233-3 Protest After Award, 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. DFARS 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items is applicable to include: 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests, and 252.247.7023 w/ Alt III Transportation of Supplies by Sea. DFARS Clause 252.211-7003 Alt I - Item Identification and Valuation

**The following must be furnished with the quotation: 1. Complete description of meals proposed; 2. Prompt payment terms; 3. Completed copy of provision at DFARS 252.212-7000 Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items. Quotes shall be faxed or emailed to the attention of Dawn Montgomery, (915) 568-8732, or [email protected], no later than 4:00 PM MST on 5 November 2009. All questions must be submitted in writing to above POC.

Description of items:

CLIN 0001
DINNER MEALS
Period of Performance 8 November 2009 through 23 November 2009
Provide evening meals for up to 65 individuals daily through the period of performance. Meals include plated or buffet options including hot/cold drinks. Price is inclusive of meals and drinks.

CLIN 0002
LUNCH MEALS
Period of Performance 9 November 2009 through 23 November 2009
Provide lunch meals for 65 individuals daily through the period of performance. Some lunch meals may only be attendance and total payment may be adjusted accordingly. Meals include plated or buffet options including hot/cold drinks. Price is inclusive of meals and drinks.

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