Meal, Cold Weather (MCW)
ID: SPE3S125R0011Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

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Specialty Canning (311422)

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COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking feedback from industry regarding the procurement of Meal, Cold Weather (MCW) rations, which are designed for use in cold weather conditions. The MCW rations are intended to provide sustenance without freezing and include additional drink mixes to combat dehydration during cold weather activities, with a complete ration consisting of three meals per day. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that military personnel are adequately fed in harsh environments, and the contract will adhere to the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment. Interested parties can reach out to primary contact Darren Gregory at darren.gregory@dla.mil or 445-737-1749, or secondary contact Tiendung Nguyen at tiendung.nguyen@dla.mil or 445-737-0927, with the solicitation number SPE3S125R0011 expected to be released following this pre-solicitation notice.

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