89 -- Refrigerated Warehouse Storage for the MREs

This contract involves providing refrigerated warehouse storage services specifically for meal, ready-to-eat (MRE) products in the Eastern Region of the United States. The agreement includes one base year with the possibility of four additional one-year option periods. A key requirement for bidders is to possess certification from the U.S. Army Veterinary Command verifying sanitary inspection standards compliance. The solicitation was initially anticipated to be released on March 1, 2005, and it is planned to be made available for download via the DPACs system. The contract is listed under solicitation number SPM30005R0321 and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, with NAICS code 493120, which pertains to refrigerated warehousing and storage. The contracting officer responsible for this procurement is James D. Lecollier, who can be contacted via email or phone for further information. This presolicitation indicates the government's intent to secure specialized storage capacity to maintain MRE quality and safety in compliance with military health standards.