Full Line Fresh Fruits and Vegetables for School Customers in the State Of Nebraska

DLA Troop Support is preparing to release a solicitation for the supply of full-line fresh fruits and vegetables to USDA Schools in Nebraska. This contract opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 311991, aimed at supporting small enterprises. The solicitation is expected to be released around November 2014 and will remain open for at least 30 days, with the intention of beginning contract performance on July 1, 2015. The contract will initially cover a 24-month base period with an option to extend for an additional 24 months. The service is needed for approximately 90 school customers for the 2014-2015 academic year, with the possibility of adding more customers during the contract period. Proposals will be evaluated on a lowest-priced, technically acceptable basis, and a pre-solicitation teleconference will be scheduled to facilitate communication between DLA Produce contracting personnel and prospective offerors. All responsible sources are invited to submit proposals. The contracting point of contact is Jim Kelly, reachable via email or phone, to provide further information. This solicitation reflects an effort to streamline the procurement of fresh fruits and vegetables for schools through a competitive, small business-focused process to ensure quality produce delivery services across Nebraska.