8915--VASD Fresh Produce Base Plus 4 OY

This contract, identified as 36C26226Q0561, is a Small Business set-aside solicitation issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of fresh produce under the title "VASD Fresh Produce Base Plus 4 OY." The solicitation requires contractors to provide brand name or equal products and demonstrate clear compliance with all stated requirements. It is governed by specific Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) clauses tailored to commercial products and services, and proposals must be submitted by May 7, 2026. This opportunity is aimed exclusively at small businesses, in accordance with FAR Part 19.5, and falls under the NAICS code 311991, which pertains to perishable food manufacturing. The contract will be administered by the 262-NETWORK Contract Office 22, located in Gilbert, Arizona, with the place of performance in San Diego, California. The point of contact for this solicitation is Contract Specialist Sam Choo, available via email. The procurement process emphasizes compliance with the provided instructions to offerors and careful evaluation of all submissions according to established commercial products and services criteria. This contract represents a critical supply chain component for Veterans Affairs' fresh produce needs and includes a base period with four option years, ensuring a long-term partnership opportunity for qualified small business contractors.