FF&V Support Nebraska Schools

DLA Troop Support in Philadelphia is preparing to release a solicitation for the provision of full-line fresh fruits and vegetable services to USDA school customers located in Nebraska. This procurement, designated as a total small business set-aside, will be an Indefinite Delivery Purchase intended to bridge service until a long-term contract is awarded. The solicitation is anticipated to be posted on October 30, 2012, with a closing date of November 2, 2012. The selected vendor will be required to establish a catalog in the FFAVORS Web system by November 8, 2012, and deliveries are expected to commence on November 19, 2012. The contract’s performance period is estimated to last up to 90 days, with the possibility of adjustments as schools may be added or removed from the Nebraska zone, which currently includes around 90 participating schools. Award will be granted to the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer, and quotes will be accepted from all responsible sources that are properly registered on the DLA-BSM Bid Board platform. The solicitation and related documents will be available through this portal, requiring prior registration for access. The contract specialist managing this acquisition is James Kelly, who can be contacted via email or phone at the Philadelphia contracting office. This effort falls under NAICS code 424480, reflecting the fresh produce distribution sector. The goal is to ensure reliable supply support for school nutrition programs throughout the defined Nebraska service area.