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Ready-to-Eat (MRE-Style) Meal Production and Packaging

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This subcontract with the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense focuses on the manufacture and packaging of shelf-stable, individual operational meals. The scope of work requires the production of MRE-style meals that adhere to strict military nutrition and durability standards, encompassing all stages of cooking, sealing, and ensuring compliance with long-term storage requirements. Classified under NAICS code 311911, the project emphasizes the delivery of high-quality, durable food products capable of sustaining personnel in operational environments. The contract ensures that all meals are processed and packaged to maintain stability and nutritional integrity over extended periods.

General Info

Subcontract with DLA for manufacturing and packaging shelf-stable military operational meals.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

NAICS

311911 - Roasted Nuts and Peanut Butter Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE3S1-26-F-1221.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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MEAL, TAILORED OPERA

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PostedJun 30

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Full Description

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Manufacture and packaging of shelf-stable, individual operational meals (TOTM) meeting military nutrition and durability standards, including cooking, sealing, and long-term storage compliance.

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