Opportunity
Wisconsin eSupplier #MA271173
Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy Cafeteria Food Services Solicitation
Posted
October 04, 2023
Respond By
August 27, 2023
Identifier
MA271173
NAICS
722310
The Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy at Fort McCoy is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive cafeteria food services for cadets and staff. - Government Buyer: - Department of Military Affairs (DMA), Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy, via Consolidated Agency Purchasing Services (CAPS) - Scope of Services: - Commercial food services for two 22-week class sessions per year - Three meals daily, seven days a week, for cadets (ages 16-19), staff, and guests - Monthly meal volume ranges from 6,000 to 10,000 depending on enrollment and events - Includes food procurement, menu planning, meal preparation, serving, staffing, and special event catering - Transportation of food to off-site events as needed - Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with USDA standards and food safety regulations - Mandatory background checks for staff - Adherence to Fort McCoy Army installation access and anti-terrorism training protocols - Maintenance of equipment and facilities - Mandatory site visit for bidders - Contract Details: - Initial term of two years, with up to three one-year renewal options - Estimated annual expenditure: $360,000 for food services, $400,000 for food and supplies - No specific OEMs or commercial food service brands are named in the solicitation
Description
The State of Wisconsin, Department of Administration (DOA), Consolidated Agency Purchasing Services (CAPS) on behalf of the Department of Military Affairs (DMA), is requesting bids for Cafeteria Food Services at the Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy located on Fort McCoy, Wisconsin. The contract will cover two 22-week class sessions per year, with meals provided three times daily, seven days a week, for cadets aged 16-19 and staff. The number of meals varies monthly between 6,000 and 10,000 depending on enrollment and events. A mandatory site visit is required for bidders.