DRAFT SOLICITATION HQC00226QE001
ID: HQC00226QE001DRAFTType: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY (DECA)DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCYFORT LEE, VA, 23801-1800, USA

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Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services (541614)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: LOGISTICS SUPPORT (R706)

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No Set aside used (NONE)
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    The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is seeking proposals from Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) for a draft solicitation (HQC00226QE001) to provide Dry, Chill, and Frozen Storage and Transportation Services in Guam. The contract will cover a base year and three option years, with an estimated annual quantity of 1,392 to 2,880 containers, requiring vendors to demonstrate technical capability, staffing plans, and relevant past experience in food storage and transportation. This opportunity is critical for ensuring the efficient supply chain management and distribution of food products to military commissaries, emphasizing compliance with federal and DoD regulations, food safety, and operational continuity. Interested parties must prepare for a virtual oral presentation scheduled between January 16-21, 2026, and can direct inquiries to Mark Gunn at mark.gunn@deca.mil or by phone at 804-734-8000 x 48934.

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    The provided document is a comprehensive Pest Control Checklist designed to evaluate a facility's compliance with pest control measures. It covers critical areas such as the existence of a written pest control plan, engagement with licensed providers, and regular service schedules. The checklist also scrutinizes pest monitoring, exclusion measures like sealed entry points and functional air curtains, and sanitation practices including cleaning procedures, standing water elimination, and food residue removal. Furthermore, it addresses proper storage and waste management, employee training on pest awareness and reporting, and the safe use and storage of chemicals. Documentation of all pest control activities, corrective actions, and trend analysis is also emphasized. The document concludes with sections for observations, a statement of inspection, and approval signatures, ensuring accountability and thoroughness in pest management efforts.
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Third-Party Logistics (3PL) support for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) in Guam. The contractor will provide comprehensive supply chain management and food product distribution, including receiving, storing, handling, transporting, and distributing dry, refrigerated, and frozen food products to Andersen Air Force Base and Orote Naval Base commissaries. Key responsibilities include inspecting shipments for damage and temperature, maintaining strict temperature controls in storage, accurately fulfilling orders, ensuring on-time deliveries, tracking containers, and financially resolving stock discrepancies due to negligence. The contractor must comply with federal and DoD regulations, maintain a 24/7 emergency contact, and ensure personnel are certified and adhere to installation access and safety protocols. The full operational capacity must be achieved within 90 days of the contract award.
    This government file is a draft solicitation (HQC00226QE001) for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide Dry, Chill, Frozen Storage and Transportation Services for the Defense Commissary Agency in Guam. The solicitation, issued by the Defense Commissary Agency, seeks proposals for a base year and three option years, with an estimated annual quantity of 1,392 to 2,880 containers. Key requirements include technical capability, a staffing plan, and past experience in food storage and transportation, continuity of operations during force majeure events, and food safety quality control. Offerors must submit a technical presentation and price proposal, and participate in a virtual oral presentation scheduled between January 16-21, 2026. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Unit Price (FFUP) by container, with specific labor rates provided for various roles. The document also details federal acquisition regulations (FAR and DFARS) clauses, including those related to electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), and outlines various compliance requirements and attachments such as a Performance Work Statement and control logs.
    The document appears to be a log or a template for recording logistics and temperature data related to shipments, likely for goods requiring specific environmental conditions. It includes fields for "DATE," "PULL#," "CONTAINER #," "TEMP-RECORDER #," and "3PL DESTINATION" for multiple entries. Additionally, there are sections to record "DELIVERY DATE TO 3PL," "ARRIVAL TIME AT 3PL," "ARRIVAL TEMPERATURE AT 3PL," and an "AVERAGE" temperature, also repeated for several dates. This structure suggests a systematic approach to tracking the movement and condition of goods, particularly their temperature, from an origin point to a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) destination. The repeated fields indicate a need for consistent data collection over time or for multiple shipments. This type of record-keeping is critical in supply chain management, especially for temperature-sensitive products, to ensure quality control, compliance with storage requirements, and accountability during transit and upon arrival at the 3PL facility. In the context of government RFPs or grants, this could be part of a requirement for vendors or grantees to demonstrate their capability in handling and transporting specific materials, such as pharmaceuticals, food, or other regulated goods, adhering to strict logistical and environmental standards.
    The provided file outlines a data structure likely used for tracking various details related to van shipments or logistics. It includes fields such as 'Van Owner,' 'Van No,' 'Van Size,' 'Notes,' 'TCN' (Transportation Control Number), 'Delivery Date,' 'OffLoad Date,' 'Pickup Date,' 'Voyage #,' 'Vessel,' and '1.Det.Day' (likely referring to the first day of detention). The repetition of these fields suggests a template for recording multiple van entries or a detailed log for each shipment. This structure is relevant in the context of government RFPs, federal grants, and state/local RFPs for logistics, transportation, or supply chain management, where detailed tracking of assets and deliveries is crucial for compliance, accountability, and operational efficiency.
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