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November 2023 • The Open Source Research (TOSR Co.)

Full Food Service and Dining Facility Attendant Services for Dining Facilities (Dix area) of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ (Fort Dix Full Food Services), 87th Force Support Squadron

The current Federal Business Opportunity (FA448424RFI10242023) under NAICS: 722310 is for the upcoming second iteration of this contract Full Food Service and Dining Facility Attendant Services for Dining Facilities (Dix area) of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ.  The procurement is out of the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of the Air Force (USAF), and Air Mobility Command (AMC).  This procurement is out of the 87th Force Support Squadron (FA4484 87 CONS PK). The Sources Sought Notice does not list any Set-Aside information. The Place of Performance is Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ area.

Per FPDS, the period of performance start date is listed as 09/01/2020 and the last date to order is 08/31/2025. There has been one posting related to the current procurement,

Current FA448424RFI10242023 Sources Sought Notice (sam.gov)

  • Posted: October 25, 2023
  • RFI Response Date: November 27, 2023
  • Projected RFP Release: August 31, 2023
  • Anticipated Contract Start Date: September 1, 2025

Point of Contact:

Primary POC: Mary Ann Coventry, mary.a.coventry@usace.army.mil, 217-7774-3951 x.7020

Scope:

The 87th Force Support Squadron requires a full food service for the dining facilities in the Dix area of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ. This requirement is to support the Full Food Service, Dining Facility Attendant Services, and remote site feeding requirements at designated Dining Facilities. The Contractor shall provide quality services in support of the installation food service program supporting the warfighter with flexible, efficient, and cost-effective services through management innovations and the use of industry best practices, where applicable, while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, and rules, and regulations. These services shall be performed in buildings 5509, 5517, 5555, 5610, 5640, 5904, and 5986. Non-recreation season (winter) (November-March): Approximately 2, 4-yard dumpsters serviced twice a week

Current Incumbent:

The following incumbent contract resulted from Solicitation FA4484-19-R-A003:

Contract FA4484-20-D-0011 to New Jersey Department of Human Services for $57,806,700.00 on July 29, 2020 with a Last Date to Order listed as August 31, 2025.

The Total of all posted contract actions to date for this contract is $17,187,189.  There is a total of 31 posted actions which includes the initial award.

The Individual Order / Call Limit is $11,561,340.00.  There was a total of 8 proposals submitted based on the Solicitation that led to this award.

FPDS Search

USASpending.gov Record

The most recent contract posting was Modification P00011 on August 09,2023. This was Exercise an Option for the current contract. The listed Description of Requirement is “Dix Food Service – Exercise Option Year 3.”  This modification added $62,954,925.00 to the contract bringing the Base and All Options value to $188,864,775.00

Modification Entry

Possible Related Contracts:

2014 Contract FA4484-14-D-0007 to KCA Corporation. for $6,326,763.00 on February 27, 2014 to “Operate Dining Facility 5610”. Resulted from Solicitation FA4484-14-R-0007

2007 Contract awarded to Eberle Services LLC

2007 Contract W911S1-07-C-0010 awarded to NJ Commission for the Blind on April 1, 2007 under Solicitation W911S1-07-R-0003.

2001 Contract DAKF29-02-C-0016 awarded to NJ Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired  on  January 24, 2021 under Solicitation DAKF29-01-R-0001

Artificial Intelligence Applications Answer:

ChatGPT (v. 3.5) Response:

Fort Dix offers Full Food Service and Dining Facility Attendant Services at various dining facilities on the base, including Halvorsen Hall Dining Facility. These facilities serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a variety of favorites, including options like Big City Grille and Super Sonic Subs[1]. Job opportunities related to Dining Facility Management are also available at Fort Dix, as evident from job listings for Dining Facility Manager positions[2].

The government occasionally issues contracts for Full Food Service at Fort Dix, involving tasks such as dining facility management, menu planning, and other related services[3]. Additionally, there are sources sought notices for Dining Facility Attendant Services contracts at Fort Dix, where the government seeks contractors for services like cashier duties and dining facility cleaning[4].

A new and improved dining facility opened at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, serving service members with operational excellence[5].

🌐 Sources

  1. com – Halvorsen Hall Dining Facility
  2. com – Dining Facility Manager Jobs
  3. com – Dix Full Food Service
  4. com – Dining Facility Attendant Services 6 months
  5. jb.mil – New, improved dining facility opens at MDL

Google Bard Response:

Full Food Service and Dining Facility Attendant Services at Fort Dix are provided by the 87th Force Support Squadron’s Food Services Flight. The Food Services Flight operates six dining facilities on Fort Dix, including:

  • Halverson Hall Dining Facility: This is the main dining facility on Fort Dix, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner to military personnel, their families, and civilian employees.
  • The Eatery: This is a fast-casual dining facility that offers a variety of sandwiches, salads, and wraps.
  • Big City Grille: This is a casual dining facility that offers a menu of American cuisine.
  • Super Sonic Subs: This is a submarine sandwich shop.
  • Ciao Pizza: This is a pizzeria that offers a variety of pizzas, salads, and pasta dishes.
  • Restaurant Rotation: This is a program that offers a variety of meals from different restaurants on Fort Dix each week.

In addition to operating dining facilities, the Food Services Flight also provides catering services for events on Fort Dix.

The Food Services Flight is committed to providing high-quality food and service to the Fort Dix community. All dining facilities are inspected by the Army Public Health Command and are required to meet strict food safety standards. The Food Services Flight also conducts regular training for its employees to ensure that they are up-to-date on food safety practices.

 

 

The information provided in this Federal Government Contracting Opportunity was obtained through open research utilizing open Federal Government procurement websites.  The information must be accessible to all in order to appear in this information piece.

Solid Waste Removal at Lake Shelbyville, Illinois, US Army Corps of Engineers

The current Federal Business Opportunity (W912P9-24-Z-0001) under NAICS: 562111 is for the upcoming second iteration of this contract Solid Waste Removal at Lake Shelbyville, Illinois.  The procurement is out of the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of the Army, and United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).  This procurement is out of the Engineering District, St. Louis (W W07V ENDIST St. Louis). The Sources Sought Notice does not list any Set-Aside information. The Place of Performance is Lake Shelbyville, Illinois.

The period of performance will be a five-year contract containing 1 base year plus 4 – 1 year options. There has been one posting related to the current procurement,

Current W912P9-24-Z-0001 Sources Sought Notice (sam.gov)

  • Posted: October 25, 2023
  • Updated Notice Posted: October 27, 2023
  • Response Date: November 08, 2023
  • Projected RFP Release: November 15, 2023
  • Anticipated Contract Start Date: January 1, 2024

Point of Contact:

Primary POC: Mary Ann Coventry, mary.a.coventry@usace.army.mil, 217-7774-3951 x.7020

Scope:

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), St. Louis District, is seeking businesses that are interested in and capable of performing solid waste removal operations throughout the Lake Shelbyville Project area, located in Shelby and Moultrie Counties, Illinois. Contract is anticipated to be a Firm-Fixed Price 5-Year IDIQ with 4 optional years and an optional 6-month extension.

HISTORICAL USAGE:

  • Year-round: Approximately 1, 30-yard dumpster serviced every month.
  • Peak recreation season (May – September): Approximately 50, 4-yard dumpsters are serviced twice a week.
  • Off-peak recreation season (April & October): Approximately 35, 4-yard dumpsters are serviced twice a week.
  • Non-recreation season (winter) (November-March): Approximately 2, 4-yard dumpsters serviced twice a week.
  • Periodically use a few 30-yard and 20-yard dumpsters throughout the year.

Current Incumbent:

The following incumbent contract resulted from Solicitation W912P9-21-R-0002:

Contract W912P9-21-D-0023 to DOTY Sanitation Services, LLC. for $1,033,225.00 on January 05, 2021 with a Last Date to Order listed as 12/31/2026.

The Total of all posted contract actions to date for this contract is $551.447.50.  There is a total of 29 posted actions which includes the initial award.

FPDS Search

USASpending.gov Record

The most recent contract posting was Delivery/Task Order W912P9-22-F-0027 Modification P00001 on May 08,2023. This was listed as a Close Out for this specific task order with a value of -$17,450.00. The listed Description of Requirement is “Option Year 1 FRM Solid Waste Removal.”

Modification Entry

Prior Incumbent:

The following incumbent contract resulted from Solicitation W912P9-16-B-0003:

Contract W912P9-16-D-0013 to DOTY Sanitation Services, LLC. for $625,000.00 on March 31, 2016.

The Total of all posted contract actions to date for this contract is $551.447.50.  There is a total of 29 posted actions which includes the initial award.

FPDS Search

USASpending.gov Record

The most recent contract posting was Delivery/Task Order W912P9-20-F-0099 Modification P00002 on November 04, 2021. This was listed as a Change Order for this specific task order with a value of -$26,181.00. The listed Description of Requirement is “Solid Waste Removal, Lake Shelbyville de-ob mod of 20F0099 to remove remaining funds of $26,181.00.”

Modification Entry

Previous Incumbents:

2010 Award under Solicitation W912P9-10-B-0218:

Contract W912P9-11-D-0511 to DOTY Sanitation Services, LLC. for $625,000.00 on December 15, 2010.

FPDS Search

USASpending.gov Record

2005 Award:

Contract W912P9-05-D-0524 to Veolia ES Solid Waste Midwest, LLC.. for $493,287.50 on September 28, 2005 with a Last Date to Order listed as September 27, 2010.

FPDS Search

USASpending.gov Record

Artificial Intelligence Applications Answer:

ChatGPT (v. 3.5) Response:

Solid Waste Removal: Solid waste removal typically involves the collection, transportation, and disposal of waste materials generated in a particular area. This can include residential, commercial, and industrial waste.

Environmental Regulations: Projects involving solid waste removal must adhere to environmental regulations at the federal, state, and local levels. The disposal of waste materials must be carried out in a manner that minimizes environmental impact and follows established guidelines for safety and environmental protection.

Contracting: These projects are typically contracted out to waste management companies or service providers through a competitive bidding process. Government agencies, such as municipalities, counties, or federal entities like the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, issue contracts to qualified vendors.

Lake Shelbyville, Illinois: Lake Shelbyville is a reservoir located in Shelby County, Illinois, and it is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. If there is a specific project related to solid waste removal at Lake Shelbyville, it would be managed by the Corps of Engineers or another relevant authority.

To get specific information about solid waste removal projects at Lake Shelbyville, Illinois, you would need to contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers office responsible for the lake’s management or the relevant local government agency. They can provide details about current or past projects and any contractors involved.

Google Bard Response:

NOTE: The response has a different incumbent than what was found in the FPDS.gov website.

Solid waste removal at Lake Shelbyville, Illinois is currently being performed by Shelbyville Disposal Service. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), St. Louis District, issued a Sources Sought Notice on October 25, 2023 to identify potential businesses that are interested in and capable of performing solid waste removal operations at the lake. The deadline for responses is November 8, 2023.

The scope of work for the solid waste removal contract includes:

  • Collection and removal of all solid waste from designated collection points at Lake Shelbyville, Illinois.
  • Transportation of all solid waste to a landfill or other authorized disposal facility.
  • Recycling of all recyclable materials collected.
  • Maintaining all collection equipment and facilities in a clean and sanitary condition.

The USACE is committed to environmental sustainability, and the successful bidder will be required to develop and implement a solid waste management plan that minimizes the amount of waste sent to landfills and maximizes the amount of waste recycled or composted.

Here are some additional details about solid waste removal at Lake Shelbyville, Illinois:

  • The lake is a popular recreation destination, with over 2 million visitors each year.
  • The lake generates a significant amount of solid waste, including trash, recyclables, and yard waste.
  • The USACE is responsible for the collection and disposal of all solid waste generated at the lake.
  • The USACE is committed to reducing the environmental impact of its operations, and is working to increase the recycling rate at Lake Shelbyville.

The USACE is currently in the process of evaluating responses to the Sources Sought Notice, and expects to award a new solid waste removal contract in early 2024.

The information provided in this Federal Government Contracting Opportunity was obtained through open research utilizing open Federal Government procurement websites.  The information must be accessible to all in order to appear in this information piece.