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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. This solicitation is issued as a request for quote (RFQ) in accordance with FAR Parts 12 & 13. The provisions and clauses incorporated into this solicitation document are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-02 effective 03/16/2023. Provisions and clauses incorporated by reference has the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. The full text of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations supplement (DFARS) can be accessed on the internet at http://acquisition.gov. The solicitation W912NR23R0029 is issued as a Request for Quote. This procurement is solicited as a small business setaside. The NAICS code for this acquisition is 722320 - Caterers. This solicitation is for a firm fixed price contract and will be awarded to the lowest priced technically acceptable. Offer must include proof of adherence to provided specifications (quotes will be checked for technical acceptableness based on requirements) and have a satisfactory past performance with Government contracts. The contractor shall return the completed provision (52.204-24) and return with proposal. The Louisiana Army National Guard 3-156 IN BN has a requirement for boxed meals (Breakfast and Dinner Meals) delivered to 8553 K Avenue Ft. Polk, La 71459.

Timeline 06 May 2023 – Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted 16 May 2023 / 4:00 p.m. – Combined Synopsis/Solicitation closes

Location 8553 K Avenue Ft. Polk, La 71459 . Bidding Format Requirement Description: Catered Meals in line with the Needs Statement attached. Please include quoted meal plan. ITEM DESCRIPTION; TOTAL QTY; UNIT PRICE; TOTAL PRICE

0001 Breakfast Meals (03 June 23- 13 June 23) Total QTY: 1870 Unit Price: $_____ Total Price: $_______ 0002 Dinner Meals (02-12 June 23) Total QTY: 1870 Unit Price: $_____ Total Price: $_______

The government reserves the right to make an adjustment (increase or decrease) or cancelation to the awarded contract within 72 hours of the event at no additional cost to the government. The following FAR/DFAR clauses and provisions are applicable to this acquisition: 52.202-1 Definitions JAN 2012 52.203-3 Gratuities APR 1984 52.203-5 Covenant Against Contingent Fees APR 1984 52.203-7 Anti-Kickback Procedures OCT 2010

52.204-7 System for Award Management JUL 2013 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance JUL 2013 52.204-23 Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (Jul 2018) 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Oct 2020) 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Aug 2020) 52.204-26 Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services- Representation (Oct 2020) 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items FEB 2012 52.216-24 Limitation of Government Liability APR 1984

52.216-25 Contract Definitization OCT 2010 52.222-3 Convict Labor JUN 2003 52.222-19 Child Labor -- Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies MAR 2012 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities FEB 1999 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity MAR 2007 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Veterans SEP 2010 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities OCT 2010 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Veterans SEP 2010 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons FEB 2009 52.223-6 Drug-Free Workplace MAY 2001 52.223-18 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving AUG 2011 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases JUN 2008 52.225-25 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran-Representation and Certifications DEC 2012 52.232-1 Payments APR 1984 52.232-18 Availability if Funds APR 1984 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management JUL 2013 52.233-1 Disputes JUL 2002 52.233-2 Service of Protest SEP 2006 52.233-3 Protest after Award AUG 1996 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim OCT 2004 52.243-1 Changes--Fixed Price AUG 1987 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated By Reference FEB 1998 252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights JAN 2009 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports JUN 2012 252.232-7006 Wide Area Workflow Payment Instructions MAY 2013 Executive Order 13514: Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance (OCT 2009) To be awarded this contract, the offeror must be registered in the SAM and remain active

during period of performance. (https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/). All vendors MUST have a publicly visible registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). UEI, Duns & Bradstreet, CAGE Code & Federal Tax ID numbers MUST be submitted with offer. If you need any additional assistance getting registered, please send me an email and I will send you additional instructions. Contracting Office Address: USPFO for Louisiana, 420 F Street, Camp Beauregard, Pineville, LA 71360 Point of Contact(s): tiffany.l.ford10.mil@army.mil, 318-290-5584, and/or crystal.l.stiles2.mil@army.mil, 318-290-5933, Crystal L. Stiles, Supervisory Contract Specialist. Note: For your offer to be considered ensure the following: a)Worksheet has been accurately and completely filled out b)Registration in SAM is current and accurate c)Pricing for all items listed and total of all items completed d)Representation selection has been made (#1 & #2). e)Submission made via email by the specified time and date.