FULL LINE FOOD SERVICE DISTRIBUTOR

The Defense Supply Center Philadelphia Subsistence Directorate is seeking a Prime Vendor to provide full-line food distribution services for Southeast Alaska, the Seattle area, and Naval and Cargo Ships in Puget Sound. The contract is expected to cover a total period of up to six years, including a two-year base term and three option periods, with an estimated value of approximately $150 million. Performance is slated to begin on December 6, 2009, and the procurement is unrestricted, allowing all responsible vendors to submit proposals. The contract will be awarded as an Indefinite Delivery Contract, requiring the successful offeror to furnish all materials used in the distribution process. The solicitation number is SPM30007R0400 and it falls under the NAICS code 424410, which pertains to food distribution. The place of performance is primarily in Seattle, Washington. Key points of contact for this procurement include Acquisition Specialist Mary K. Jaep and Contract Specialist Paula Branson, reachable via provided email addresses and phone numbers. The solicitation was expected to be posted around April 10, 2009, with all interested parties encouraged to participate.