8910--New | CTX -Dairy | Base + 4 OY
ID: 36C25724Q1014Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d82af6cfa2544e598d3844b5c4dbb85a/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting offers for the provision of dairy products to the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System, specifically for facilities located in Temple and Waco, Texas. This Request for Quote (RFQ), identified by solicitation number 36C25724Q1014, aims to establish a firm-fixed-price contract for a base period from November 9, 2024, to November 8, 2025, with options for four additional years. The procurement is critical for ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality dairy products, which are essential for the nutritional needs of veterans, while also promoting participation from small businesses, including veteran-owned and women-owned enterprises. Interested parties must submit their quotes via email to Contract Specialist Maria Orosco-Hofmann by the deadline of October 11, 2024, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for consideration.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maria Orosco-HofmannContract Specialist
    (210) 694-6375
    maria.hofmann@va.gov
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    36C25724Q1014_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking offers for supplying dairy products to the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System, specifically for facilities in Temple and Waco, Texas. This Request for Quote (RFQ), identified by solicitation number 36C25724Q1014, is a Total Small Business Set Aside and anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price contract for the base period from November 9, 2024, to November 8, 2025, with options for four additional years. Interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and are required to submit their quotes via email to Contract Specialist Maria Orosco-Hofmann by the specified deadline of October 11, 2024. The primary objective is to ensure adequate dairy supply services for veterans, aligning with the government's commitment to support small businesses and maintain quality service within the healthcare system.
    36C25724Q1014.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) concerning the provision and delivery of dairy products to its Central Texas Veterans Health Care System. The contract covers a base year (November 9, 2024, to November 8, 2025) with four optional years. The scope includes products like milk, cottage cheese, and juice, specifying delivery schedules (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) and precise temperature constraints for transportation to maintain product quality. Key requirements include compliance with established food safety and quality regulations, notably a US Public Health Service rating of 90% or higher for dairy products. The contractor must adhere to specific freshness and refrigeration standards, with clear responsibilities for delivery and inspection of goods. Invoicing must be submitted electronically, and no advance payments are authorized. This contract emphasizes compliance with federal acquisition requirements and promotes small business participation, with provisions for veteran-owned and women-owned enterprises. Overall, the RFP signifies the government's aim to ensure high-quality food supply for veterans within set operational guidelines.
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