Perishable Food Supply (Meat & Subsistence Items)

The contract is for the supply of perishable meat and subsistence items that must be delivered under strict temperature control between 34°F and 41°F, with all orders required to be fulfilled within 30 days of placement. It is a subcontract classified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBA, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid, as mandated by FAR 19.5. The NAICS code 311611 identifies the industry as meat processing, aligning the scope with food manufacturing and distribution capabilities. Performance is required at Ayer, Massachusetts, with a zip code of 01432, and the agency overseeing the contract is the Department of Justice through its Fmc Devens office. The solicitation was posted on May 13, 2026, and responses must be submitted by May 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract emphasizes timely, temperature-sensitive logistics to ensure food safety and quality throughout the supply chain.