USMMA Food Services - Market Survey

The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) is conducting a market survey to identify interested and capable businesses to provide full-scale food services. The contract is expected to be a fixed-price, performance-based contract with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods. The contractor will be responsible for providing quality food services, including menu planning, food preparation, and food service operations. The contractor must also comply with all federal and state-mandated sanitation requirements and ensure that all food service staff hold required food handler/manager certifications. Some key aspects of the job include: • Providing quality food service for Delano Hall, Academy Training Vessel, Team Movement, Topside Dining Room, Patten Clinic Infirmary, and special events • Developing and maintaining a Quality Control inspection system to ensure all contracted services are performed in accordance with the Performance Work Statement • Ensuring all food service staff hold required food handler/manager certifications and providing copies of certifications to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) upon request • Maintaining a food storage log and ensuring that all food products are stored in a clean and sanitary manner • Providing a variety of meal options and ensuring that all menus are approved by the COR at least 5 days in advance