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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 production and packaging of ready-to-eat, MRE-style meals. The contractor is responsible for manufacturing shelf-stable, individual military rations that strictly adhere to NSN 8970-01-628-7262. The scope of work includes the full assembly of meals and the utilization of durable packaging designed to withstand transport and ensure viability during long-term storage. Classified under NAICS code 311991, the agreement was posted on July 2, 2026. The primary objective is to provide the military with reliable, compliant nutritional rations that meet specific federal standards for durability and stability.

General Info

DLA subcontract for producing and packaging shelf-stable, compliant military MRE-style rations.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

NAICS

311991 - Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE3S126F1247.

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MEAL, TAILORED OPERA

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PostedJul 2

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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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Manufacture and package shelf-stable, individual military rations compliant with NSN 8970-01-628-7262, including full meal assembly and durable packaging for transport and long-term storage.

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