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8940-- Dietary Supplements Tube Feeding Products, Thickeners and Pre-Thickened Beverages Effective date 11/1/2025-10/31/2026

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36W79725R0001Federal

Submission Closed09/08/2025, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 311999

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Subsistence Prime Vendor - Europe Zone 4 (Afloat Customers)The contract under Solicitation SPE300-26-R-0017 is a five-year tiered indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) agreement issued by DLA Troop Support to secure Full Line Food Services Support for Afloat Customers in Europe Zone 4, encompassing ports across Europe, North Africa, and West Africa. This acquisition is unrestricted and open to full and open competition, with a best-value tradeoff source selection method that prioritizes technical capability and past performance over price, though price remains a significant factor. The contract employs a fixed-price structure with an economic price adjustment (EPA) based on the TS16-26 model, where product pricing is derived from a Market Basket of minimum 114 items tied to manufacturer quotes, and distribution costs are fixed for the entire contract term across three tiers: 24 months, followed by two sequential 18-month periods. Offerors must submit proposals in three volumes addressing technical factors (warehouse location, resource availability, implementation plans), past performance, and pricing, formatted in Microsoft Word, PDF, or Excel, constrained to strict page limits with Times New Roman 12-point font and single-sided layout. All submissions must occur via DIBBS or DoD Safe by the deadline of July 30, 2026, and include mandatory representations such as a Unique Entity Identifier, CAGE code, active SAM registration, and compliance with export controls, cybersecurity, procurement integrity, and whistleblower protections. Performance requires adherence to rigorous packaging, labeling, and logistics standards aligned with international norms including ISPM 15 for wood packaging, MIL-STD-129 for barcoding, and National Motor Freight Classification for shipping containers. All food items must be clearly marked with open code dates and include a code book for verification, while meats, poultry, and seafood must be vacuum-packed as practicable. Frozen products must be packed for partial-use retrieval, and temperature-sensitive items must be transported in refrigerated vehicles with proper segregation. Deliveries must occur within designated windows, averaging one to three times weekly per customer, under F.O.B. Destination terms, with all shipments subject to military inspection upon arrival. The Prime Vendor must operate through the STORES electronic ordering system, maintain traceability of repackaged items, and remove government markings from rejected products. Security protocols mandate full compliance with COMSEC, OPSEC, and INFOSYSEC, including a verified gross mass (VGM) for all ocean containers under SOLAS and strict prohib

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PolyTray Entrée ItemsDLA Troop Support is soliciting proposals under Solicitation SPE3S1-26-R-0011 for PolyTray Entrée Items to support the Unitized Group Ration – H&S and UGR-E programs through a five-year Tiered Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract. The acquisition is open to full and open competition with no set-aside, and awards will be made under the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology with a HUBZone price evaluation preference. Offers must be submitted electronically via email to Robert Ferry and Thomas Haley, with physical Product Demonstration Models required and delivered to the Philadelphia office. Delivery is FOB Destination to Depot Tracy, California, with inspection conducted at origin by the contractor under USDA/AMS oversight and formal acceptance occurring at destination upon Government inspection. The contract employs Firm Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustment, and invoices must be submitted exclusively through Wide Area Workflow. All items must comply with stringent packaging and marking regulations including permanent lot numbering using Julian Date format, compliance with MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129 for Unique Item Identification and shipping labels, adherence to ISPM-15 for wood packaging, and specific unitization standards requiring 40x48 or 48x40 inch pallets secured with non-metallic strapping. Each shipment must include a Certificate of Conformance and traceability records verifiable through DD Form 250. Contractors must maintain FDA 21 CFR Part 110 compliance, USDA-approved facilities, and implement approved Food Defense, Quality Systems, Integrated Pest Management, Surge and Sustainment, and Small Business Subcontracting Plans, all of which are reviewed for acceptability but not scored in the award decision. The product list includes staple food items such as white rice, pork sausage links, and beef stew, with annual and five-year estimated quantities provided and maximum contract quantities capped including surge capacity. All offerors must provide their UEI and CAGE Code and complete socioeconomic representations, including HUBZone status, and must not use covered telecommunications equipment or services without mandatory disclosure. The contract mandates U.S.-flag vessel transport, temperature-controlled shipping, and prohibit unit load heights exceeding 50 inches. Proposals must include a completed SF 1449, technical and business proposals with pricing to two decimal places, and PDMs delivered physically, with email submissions restricted to 10MB total and individual attachments under 5MB.

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Presolicitation Notice for Full-Line Food and Beverage Item Distribution for DLA Troop Support's Customers in Northern New England and Surrounding Areas (Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont)The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence Directorate is seeking a single contractor to provide full-line subsistence distribution services to customers in Northern New England, including Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, under a five-year fixed-price contract with economic price adjustments. The contractor will be responsible for delivering a wide range of food and beverage items from the 8900 federal supply group or approved commercial equivalents on a just-in-time basis, beginning no later than 120 days after contract award. The contract structure includes three sequential tiers: a 24-month initial period with up to 120 days allocated for implementation, followed by two 18-month periods, totaling 60 months. The maximum contract value is $29,070,000, and the award will be made using lowest price technically acceptable evaluation criteria, with alternate items considered during assessment. The contractor must interface with existing government systems and support mandated Electronic Data Interchange transaction sets. The solicitation is unrestricted and open to full and open competition, with proposals due by August 31, 2026, and the RFP will be posted as SPE300-26-R-0012 on the DLA BSM DIBBS website. The primary place of performance is in Westbrook, Maine, with the contracting office located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and point of contact information provided for inquiries.

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KD/VDC/FOOD REL. SPRAY/07-26\124905This contract is a one-time bid for food release spray, issued under solicitation number QQ-124905 by the Virginia Department of General Services. The opportunity is open to state, local, and educational agencies with a response deadline of July 29, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time, and bids must be submitted through the eVA system. Delivery is required exclusively at the Virginia Department of General Services facility located at 2400 Riley Ridge Road, Sandston, Virginia, 23150, and all shipments require a scheduled delivery appointment. The quality of the product upon delivery is strictly governed by the attached VDC Special Terms and Conditions, with particular emphasis on specifications outlined on page three. Interested vendors should review these terms carefully to ensure compliance and avoid bid disqualification. Point of contact for inquiries is Kevin Davis, reachable via phone at 804-328-3228 or email at kevin.davis@dgs.virginia.gov. A Quick Quote Evaluation tool is available for awarded bids through eVA to streamline the post-award process.

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Hazardous Materials Packaging and LabelingThe contract requires the proper packaging and labeling of hazardous materials in strict accordance with OSHA HAZCOM, ASTM D3951, and MIL-STD-129 standards to support delivery under a Department of Defense subcontract. All work must be performed to ensure full regulatory compliance for the safe handling, transport, and identification of hazardous substances, with the place of performance specified as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, ZIP code 17070-5002. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, and responses are due by August 3, 2026, with the North American Industry Classification System code 311999 indicating it relates to other food manufacturing, though the nature of the work points to specialized industrial packaging services. The contract falls under the Construction & Equipment T & IFO EQ office of the Department of Defense, and all activities must align with federal military logistics requirements for standardized packaging and labeling to enable seamless integration into the DLA supply chain.

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Hazardous Materials Packaging and Preservation

Defense Logistics Agency

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Military-Compliant Packaging and PreservationThe contract requires full compliance with MIL-STD-2073-1E for the packaging and preservation of spacers, encompassing thorough cleaning, application of preservation method 33, and adherence to palletized open-box container standards. All work must meet military-grade specifications to ensure long-term protection and readiness of components during storage and transport. The performance location is designated as New Cumberland, PA, with a zip code of 17070-5002, and the work falls under NAICS code 311999 for other food manufacturing, indicating potential alignment with specialized industrial processes. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract and is open for response until July 29, 2026, with an issuance date of July 21, 2026. The contracting entity is the ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV under the Department of Defense, and the opportunity is accessible via the DIBBS platform for qualified subcontractors seeking to fulfill military packaging requirements.

ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV

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Military-Compliant Packaging and PreservationThe contract requires the packaging of gaskets in medium-duty bags that meet MIL-DTL-117 Type II Class C Style 1 specifications, ensuring the bags are waterproof, greaseproof, and UV-resistant to safeguard components during long-term storage and transport. Each package must include proper labeling and preservation measures compliant with military standards to maintain product integrity under demanding environmental conditions. The work must be performed to exacting durability and protection requirements suitable for defense logistics and operational readiness. This subcontract is issued by the ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION under the Department of Defense, with performance required at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, zip code 17070-5002. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, and responses are due by July 29, 2026. The NAICS code 311999 indicates the work falls under Other Food Manufacturing, though the context clearly relates to military packaging and preservation activities. All submissions must adhere strictly to the technical and procedural standards outlined for MIL-DTL-117 compliance and deliverables must be ready for immediate integration into defense supply chains.

ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION

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Military-Compliant Packaging and Preservation ServicesThe contract requires the provision of comprehensive packaging, preservation, and sealing services for military supplies, strictly adhering to MIL-STD-2073-1E and DLA RP001 standards. This includes specific procedures for drying, wrapping, cushioning, and containerization to ensure the integrity and longevity of supplies during storage and transit under demanding operational conditions. All work must conform to established defense protocols to maintain readiness and prevent degradation of equipment and materiel. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 311999 and is managed by the Department of Defense through the LAND SUPPLIER OPNS VEHICLE SPT office. The place of performance is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002. Responses must be submitted by July 28, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 21, 2026. Interested parties are directed to the DIBBS platform for full details and submission requirements.

LAND SUPPLIER OPNS VEHICLE SPT

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Military-Compliant Packaging and Preservation ServicesThe contract requires the provision of protective packaging services that fully comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E standards to safeguard military repair parts against corrosion and physical damage during both storage and transportation. All packaging must be designed and executed to meet rigorous defense specifications, ensuring the integrity of critical components under varying environmental conditions. The work is scoped for performance at Fort Irwin, California, with a delivery deadline of July 31, 2026, and is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 311999. The responsible agency is the Fluid Handling Division within the Department of Defense, and the contract aims to support logistical needs by maintaining equipment readiness through certified preservation methods.

FLUID HANDLING DIVISION

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Religious (Halal) Ready-to-Eat Meal ProductionThe contract involves the manufacture and packaging of Halal-certified, individual ready-to-eat meals designed to meet stringent military specifications and federal food safety standards. These meals are intended for use by U.S. military personnel and must adhere to religious dietary requirements as defined by Halal certification, ensuring they are produced using approved ingredients and processes that comply with Islamic law. The production process encompasses end-to-end operations from ingredient sourcing and formulation to final packaging, with strict quality control measures in place to guarantee consistency, safety, and shelf stability under operational conditions. This subcontract falls under the NAICS code 311999 for other food manufacturing and is issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense. While specific locations and point of contact details are not provided, the place of performance and award information indicate the work will support federal military supply chains. The contract was posted in 2026 and is referenced through official DLA procurement channels, suggesting it is part of a larger logistical effort to supply religiously compliant rations to service members deployed globally. Compliance with both military nutritional standards and Halal certification is mandatory, and failure to meet these requirements may result in contract termination or penalties.

Defense Logistics Agency

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Military-Compliant Packaging and Preservation ServicesThe contract requires comprehensive packaging and preservation services aligned with MIL-STD-2073-1E standards for military logistics applications, ensuring all items are protected against moisture, shock, and environmental degradation through proper cushioning, sealing, and secure containment methods. The scope encompasses the full lifecycle of packaging operations from preparation to final deployment, with strict adherence to defense-grade specifications to maintain readiness and prolong the service life of equipment and supplies. This is a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense, with a NAICS code of 311999 indicating nonferrous metal and other miscellaneous manufacturing activities relevant to packaging components. The solicitation was posted on July 20, 2026, and performance is expected across unspecified locations within the United States, with no set-aside provisions indicated. The contract is administered through the DIBBS system under reference SPE4A124G0002 and delivery order SPE7M126F3336, and participation is limited to qualified subcontractors capable of meeting the stringent military packaging requirements without deviation.

Defense Logistics Agency

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This contract involves the award of a new dietary supplement supply for Abbott Nutrition, a division of Abbott Laboratories Inc., with a performance period spanning from November 1, 2025, to October 31, 2030. The solicitation number associated with this award is 36W79725R0001, and it was posted on September 15, 2025. The contract is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs through the Nac Prime Vendor organization, located in Hines, Illinois. The NAICS code for this procurement is 311999, which pertains to all other miscellaneous food manufacturing, indicating the focus on dietary supplements. The primary point of contact for this contract is Senior Contracting Officer Bonita Smith, who can be reached via email at Bonita.Smith@va.gov or by phone at 708-786-5175. The contract aims to ensure the continued supply of dietary supplements to support the nutritional needs of veterans served by the VA, emphasizing the importance of quality and timely delivery over the five-year performance period.

General Info

Department of Veterans Affairs awards Kate Farms $2,080,380 contract for dietary supplements, November 2025-October 2026.

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → Nac Prime Vendor (36W797)View Agency

Contract Value

$3,482,919

NAICS

311999 - All Other Miscellaneous Food ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

MEDTRITION INC LANCASTER 17601View Profile

Award Issued Date

09/08/2025, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

(1)

36W79725D0003.docx

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4 updates

PhaseAwarded

PostedMay 1

Combined Synopsis

Amendment 1May 8

Contract was updated

Amendment 2May 13

Contract was updated

Amendment 3May 15

Contract was updated

Amendment 4Sep 15

Contract was updated

AwardedSep 8

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

09/08/2025, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → Nac Prime Vendor (36W797)

Contacts1 person available

OfficeHINES, IL, 60141, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → Nac Prime Vendor (36W797)

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Office AddressHINES, IL, 60141, USA

Contacts

Bonita SmithSenior Contracting Officer

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

Amendment 0003 to RFP 36W79725R0003 Please see attachments A, B, and C. and the revised list of changes.