Bid guide
How to bid on Mess Attendant Support at Tyndall AFB for the Department of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking mess attendant support services for the Berg-Liles Dining Facility at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. This contract covers a range of services to support the dining facility, which remains under the full operational and management control of the 325th Fighter Wing Force Support Squadron (FSS).
Services include serving and replenishing food, cleaning facility interiors and exteriors, maintaining equipment, preparing raw vegetables and fruits, preparing cold cuts and cheeses, ensuring coverage for ethnic and specialty food bars, making and wrapping sandwiches, cutting and portioning pastry items, and providing cashier services. The contractor may also be required to provide temporary cooking support during contingencies.
Key dates and current status
This solicitation was published on August 06, 2026. The proposal deadline was previously extended to May 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. However, the solicitation is currently stayed indefinitely due to a protest filed with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO).
Upon adjudication of the protest, the solicitation will be amended with further instructions and/or new proposal due dates. Interested parties should monitor the solicitation for updates.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses experienced in facilities support, particularly those with expertise in food service operations, cleaning, and general dining facility support. Firms with a background in providing services to military installations or large-scale institutional dining environments would be well-suited.
The work falls under the facilities category, requiring adherence to the Tri-Service Food Code and professional standards outlined in the contract, as well as applicable federal laws and regulations.
How to access the solicitation
To view the original solicitation and any related documents, you will need to access the opportunity on the government portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
A free account may be required to view certain documents, though this is not always necessary for all bids.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Given the nature of this service, a strong proposal will clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to manage and execute all required mess attendant tasks efficiently and in compliance with military food service standards. Highlight your experience with similar scope, especially in environments requiring strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
Pay close attention to the revised Performance Work Statement (PWS) and any amendments, as these contain crucial details about workload estimates and specific requirements. Even though the solicitation is stayed, use this time to thoroughly review all documentation and prepare your approach. When the stay is lifted, be ready to submit a comprehensive and well-structured proposal that addresses all aspects of the PWS, including staffing plans, quality control measures, and contingency support capabilities.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.