SOFT DRINKS & COFFEE for OKINAWA JAPAN AREA BASES
ID: DLATSP-25-SS-0004Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORT INDO-PACIFICJBPHH, HI, 96860-3520, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/2b42c5eecbf2433c99778abf429a509c/view
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Indo-Pacific is conducting market research to identify local sources for the procurement and delivery of soft drinks and coffee for bases in the Okinawa area of Japan. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing various beverage items, including carbonated soft drinks and iced coffee, as well as fountain equipment and maintenance services. This opportunity is crucial for ensuring a reliable supply of beverages to support military personnel, with a potential contract structured as a Firm-Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) that may extend for up to five years. Interested parties must submit their company information and capabilities by 5:00 p.m. Japan Standard Time on April 23, 2025, to Eric J. Guidish at eric.guidish@dla.mil.

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    Eric J. Guidish
    eric.guidish@dla.mil
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    Attachment1_Schedule_of_Items.xlsx
    The document outlines a list of beverage bases available for procurement through federal and state requests for proposals (RFPs). It details various products, including carbonated beverage bases such as cola, ginger ale, and lemon-lime, available in 2.5-gallon BIB (bag-in-box) units. Additionally, it contains information about iced coffee in a 1-gallon BIB for post-mix dispensers. All items are categorized under a consistent unit of measure (UOM) and unit of issue (UOI), both represented as "BX" (box). The purpose of this document is to facilitate ordering and supply management of beverage products for government contracts and projects, ensuring compliance with procurement guidelines and standards. Overall, this listing serves as a resource for agencies seeking to fulfill beverage supply requirements through RFPs and grants.
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