Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium (PALS) 2026 - Catering Opportunity

The Marine Corps requires a catered networking event in conjunction with the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium (PALS) 2026. The event will be held at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS) on 16 June 2026, from 16:30 to 19:00. The contractor shall provide catered heavy hors d'oeuvres, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and necessary equipment and staffing for the event. The contractor must also ensure that all food is prepared, presented, and ready for service at the start of the event and that all food is maintained at safe serving temperatures throughout the service period. The contractor will be responsible for complete cleanup and removal of all catering materials, equipment, and trash within one hour after the event concludes. Some key points to consider: * The event will have approximately 200 attendees. * The contractor must provide vegetarian, vegan, and Halal meal options and clearly label all food items. * The contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local food safety and sanitation regulations. * The contractor must have a DBIDS credential to access the installation. * The contractor must report any accidents or incidents to the Contracting Officer and cognizant Contracting Officer's Representative within 24 hours. * The contractor must comply with all security regulations and requirements.