8940--Request for Information - Dietary Supplements
ID: 36W79725Q0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNAC PRIME VENDOR (36W797)HINES, IL, 60141, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS (8940)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d836279d44184e4b9ad6bfd05e04b2cd/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from manufacturers regarding dietary supplements, tube feeding products, and related thickeners in anticipation of a solicitation set for Spring 2025. This Sources Sought Notice aims to conduct market research to standardize dietary supplement offerings for veterans, ensuring access to nutritional options tailored to their needs. Interested primary manufacturers are invited to present their products and innovations from February 11-13, 2025, at the VA National Acquisition Center in Hines, Illinois, with a pre-registration deadline of January 30, 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Bonita Smith, Senior Contracting Officer, at Bonita.Smith@va.gov or by phone at 708-786-5175.

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    Senior Contracting OfficerBonita Smith
    (708) 786-5175
    Bonita.Smith@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information on dietary and nutritional products in anticipation of a solicitation set for Spring 2025. This Sources Sought Notice aims to conduct market research for manufacturers of commercial nutritional supplements, tube feeding products, and related thickeners. Interested manufacturers are invited to present their products and innovations from February 11-13, 2025, at the VA National Acquisition Center in Hines, Illinois. Presenters should be primary manufacturers and are required to pre-register by January 30, 2025. The document outlines specific product categories, including oral beverages, gelatin-style products, thickening agents, and therapeutic dietary options. Participating firms must provide detailed information regarding their product capabilities, nutritional content, pricing, shelf life, and any relevant research on product efficacy. This initiative supports the VA’s goal of standardizing dietary supplement offerings for veterans, facilitating broader access to nutritional options tailored to their needs.
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