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Local Dairy Contract for Wichita, KS VAMC

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36C25525Q0401Federal

Submission Closed07/21/2025, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 311511

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Request for Proposals for Fresh Milk & Dairy Products support for DLA Troop Support to military customers in the South Carolina Zone.

Solicitation # SPE300-26-R-0049

Solicitation SPE300-26-R-0049 is a request for proposals for the supply of fresh milk and dairy products to Department of War customers within the South Carolina Zone. The resulting contract will be a firm-fixed price Indefinite Quantity Contract with a total duration of 36 months, running from February 7, 2027, through February 2, 2030. The performance period is divided into two pricing tiers: Tier 1 spans 24 months from February 7, 2027, to February 3, 2029, and Tier 2 spans 12 months from February 4, 2029, to February 2, 2030. This unrestricted acquisition is open to all responsible sources, with a specific evaluation preference for HUBZone small business concerns. The scope of work involves delivering a variety of dairy items, including fluid milk, yogurt, cottage cheese, and sour cream, with strict freshness standards requiring minimum remaining shelf lives ranging from 10 days for fresh milk to 120 days for ice cream. Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, evaluating the lowest aggregate price among proposals that meet all technical requirements and take no exceptions to the solicitation terms. Offerors must submit their proposals via email or the DIBBS portal by 3:00 PM EST on November 6, 2026. Required submissions include a completed pricing schedule for 20 CLINs, a financial arrangement letter, and third-party warehouse sanitation audits. Contract administration requires the use of the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system for invoicing and the Subsistence Total Ordering and Receipt Electronic System (STORES) for EDI transactions. All products must comply with FDA regulations regarding mold inhibitors and the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act for labeling. Additionally, contractors must adhere to the Buy American Act and implement cybersecurity requirements specified in NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012. Inspection and acceptance of all deliveries will be performed at the destination.

DIRECTORATE OF SUBSISTENCE

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Fresh Dairy and Milk Product SupplyThis subcontract focuses on the production, packaging, and wholesale supply of fresh dairy products, specifically whole milk and low-fat blueberry yogurt, to support prime contractors under DLA Troop Support supply contracts. Managed by the Directorate of Subsistence within the Department of Defense, the agreement operates as an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract, requiring the supplier to deliver quantities as ordered. To ensure safety and quality, the provider must adhere to all FDA and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services standards. The scope of work necessitates the use of commercial dairy processing equipment and specialized food-grade storage facilities. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 311511, with a response deadline set for November 6, 2026.

DIRECTORATE OF SUBSISTENCE

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Supplier of Dairy and Chilled FDS ProductsThis subcontract involves the supply of dairy, processed meats, and chilled food products to prime contractors supporting Defense Commissary Agency projects. The selected provider is responsible for manufacturing or sourcing these goods while ensuring strict compliance with food safety regulations and 10 U.S.C. 4862(g). A critical requirement of the contract is the maintenance of a rigorous cold-chain storage and transport system to guarantee that all refrigerated products arrive with a minimum shelf-life of 10 to 12 days. The performance of this contract is centered in Fort Lee, Virginia, under NAICS code 311511. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 11, 2026, to support the Department of Defense in maintaining the quality and safety of chilled food distributions.

Defense Commissary Agency

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Health and Human Services Commission

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Dessert and Ice Cream Product SupplyThis subcontract involves the supply and delivery of specialized dessert items, ice cream, and related confectionery toppings for prime contractors supporting catering projects at Princess Margaret Hospital. The provider is responsible for ensuring the temperature integrity of all products through the use of cold-chain logistics and freezer trucks. To qualify for this engagement, the supplier must hold all necessary health department permits for the handling of frozen foods. The contract is managed under the Government of Jamaica for Princess Margaret Hospital, with the specific scope focusing on the consistent delivery of frozen dessert products under NAICS code 311511.

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Pasteurized Milk Supply (Type A)This subcontract involves the supply and delivery of pasteurized Type A milk for prime contractors supporting Department of Justice projects at FCI Danbury. The scope of work focuses on the first quarter of delivery, requiring strict adherence to standard food safety and dairy grade specifications tailored for government institutional use. The project is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 311511. Performance will take place in zip code 06811, with the response deadline set for August 28, 2027.

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FCI Danbury 1st Quarter Dairy

Solicitation # 15B20327Q00000008

Solicitation 15B20327Q00000008 is a request for quotation issued by the Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, for the procurement of commercial dairy products and services for FCI Danbury in Connecticut. This combined synopsis and solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 311511. The contract covers the first quarter of fiscal year 2027, with a performance period running from October 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Requirements include weekly FOB deliveries to the facility, with specific line items, quantities, and units detailed in the attached requirements worksheets. Bids are due by August 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST. The procurement is being conducted under FAR Part 12, and awards will be made on a best-value basis. Evaluation factors for the award include price and past performance. Interested vendors must provide a completed Contractor Information Sheet including their Unique Entity ID and registration details. While primary documentation focuses on dairy products, some provided materials contain conflicting references to institutional clothing specifications.

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Non-Fat Dry Milk SupplyThe contract is for the supply of 2,500 pounds of non-fat dry milk fortified with Vitamins A and D under a total small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses as defined by the SBA are eligible to bid. The procurement falls under NAICS code 311511, which classifies it within the dairy product manufacturing industry. The award will be managed by the Department of Justice through its Mdc Guayanbo office, with performance required in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, at the zip code 00965. The solicitation was posted on July 27, 2026, and the contract type is a subcontract, indicating it is part of a larger agreement managed by a prime contractor or another entity. No point of contact or specific funding details are provided, and the location information is limited to the city and zip code without further address details.

POSTED

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Dairy and Egg Products SupplyThe contract seeks the supply of powdered, shelf-stable, or refrigerated dairy and egg products such as skim milk, cheddar cheese, and frozen whole eggs under a total small business set-aside designation, ensuring eligibility is restricted to small businesses as defined by the SBA. The North American Industry Classification System code 311511 identifies this as a dairy product manufacturing procurement, and it is structured as a subcontract to be performed in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, with a postal code of 00965. The contract was posted on July 27, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Justice under the Mdc Guayanbo office, though specific point of contact details and agency address information are not provided. The products must meet required shelf-stability or refrigeration standards to ensure safety and usability across the designated performance location.

Mdc Guayanbo

POSTED

3 months ago

DEADLINE

N/A

General Info

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → 255-NETWORK Contract Office 15 (36C255)

NAICS

311511 - Fluid Milk Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Wichita, KS, 67218, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Draft+SOW.docx

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Timeline

3 updates

PhaseClosed

PostedJun 4

Sources Sought

Deadline changedJun 12

Response deadline changed from Jun 11, 2025 to Jun 23, 2025.

Deadline changedJul 15

Response deadline changed from Jun 23, 2025 to Jul 21, 2025.

Notice updatedJul 15

Response deadline time changed from 12:00 PM UTC to 3:00 PM UTC on Jul 21, 2025. NAICS code changed from 311511 to 722310. The notice description changed.

Response DeadlineJul 21

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

07/21/2025, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 255-NETWORK Contract Office 15 (36C255)

Contacts2 people available

OfficeLEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 255-NETWORK Contract Office 15 (36C255)

Office AddressLEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

Contacts

Robert Bleichner

Matt Curl

Full Description

Dairy Products for Wichita VA Medical Center This is a Sources Sought Notice and not a solicitation announcement. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to gain knowledge of qualified, potential contractors and their socio-economic size classification in accordance with NAICS code 311511 Fluid Milk Manufacturing. Responses will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After a review of the responses to this Sources Sought Notice, a solicitation announcement may be posted. A response to this Sources Sought Notice is not an adequate reply to a potentially forthcoming solicitation. The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 15, NCO 15 is seeking qualified potential contractors to provide and deliver Milk and Dairy Products for the VA Medical Center in Wichita Kansas. List of items with estimated quantities can be found in the attached SOW. These products are currently provided under the Subsistence Prime Vendor (SPV) contract; however, the SPV contract allows for the procurement of dairy, bread, and produce from local vendors. To respond to this Sources Sought notice, please complete the attached form titled - Sources Sought Response Form and email the information requested to Robert Bleichner Contract Specialist, at robert.bleichner@va.gov. The closing date and time of this Sources Sought notice is June 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Standard Time. This is not a solicitation and in no way obligates the Government to award any contract. Additionally, a response to this Sources Sought notice is not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of any forthcoming solicitation. Attachments: Draft SOW Response form with additional questions for industry. Please return with your response on company letterhead with the information requested. Responses to questions may result in SOW updates.