8915--Fresh Produce
ID: 36C24625Q0071Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES (8915)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d07f74e1bb23443e87c893fde856051e/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 6, is seeking qualified contractors to provide fresh produce for the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center in Richmond, VA. The procurement includes a variety of items such as lettuce, tomatoes, potatoes, and fruits, with a focus on ensuring no gray market items are accepted. This contract is crucial for maintaining the quality of food services provided to veterans, and the VA prioritizes responses from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) in accordance with Public Law 109-461. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 8, 2024, at 11:00 AM EST, and can contact Contracting Officer Ronnie Gregory at Ronnie.Gregory@va.gov for further information.

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    Ronnie GregoryContracting Officer
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    Ronnie.Gregory@va.gov
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