MSG cook services

The U.S. Embassy in Bogotá seeks a vendor to provide daily cook and food‑service support for the Marine Security Guard Residence. The contractor will prepare, plate, wrap and clean up three meals per day for up to 14 security personnel, using government‑furnished food supplies. Service hours are 08:00‑16:00, 40 hours per week, with no overtime allowed. The contract is a fixed‑price, 12‑month base period with up to four one‑year options. Key compliance requirements include Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance, Colombian occupational‑risk (ARL) coverage, general‑liability insurance, ServSafe food‑safety standards, and monthly reporting of menu metrics, waste, and quality‑control. • Daily preparation of breakfast, lunch, and dinner (up to 39 meals per day) for the MSG residence. • All food, groceries, and beverages are supplied by the Government; the contractor only bills for labor and associated services. • Mandatory background checks for all personnel, required insurance (DBA, ARL, $6,000 per occurrence/$27,000 cumulative GL) and compliance with local health regulations. • Monthly reports (QC, KPI, HACCP, waste) and a 20‑day menu plan must be submitted to the Contracting Officer’s Representative.