8910--Dairy and Juice Products | 595
ID: 36C24425Q0137Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

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https://sam.gov/opp/16b4b0d547084b4198b2e635b794f6a4/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to supply dairy and juice products to the Lebanon VA Medical Center. The contract, which spans five years from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, requires contractors to meet stringent quality and safety standards while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This procurement is vital for providing high-quality nutrition services to veterans, emphasizing sustainability and environmentally friendly practices. Interested contractors must submit their offers by January 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST, and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Benjamin Villasenor at Benjamin.Villasenor@va.gov.

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    Benjamin VillasenorContract Specialist
    Benjamin.Villasenor@va.gov
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    36C24425Q0137_1.docx
    The presolicitation notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks bids for dairy and juice products, with the solicitation number 36C24425Q0137. The response deadline is set for January 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, with the official solicitation expected to be posted on December 12, 2024. The procurement is categorized under Product Service Code 8910 and NAICS Code 311511, indicating specific industry classification. This RFP is set aside for Small Business Administration (SBA) participation, encouraging small businesses to engage. The information is relevant for potential vendors interested in supplying these products to the government, emphasizing the importance of timely preparation and compliance with the outlined specifications. The document highlights critical timelines and sets a clear agenda for potential respondents. The archive period for documents related to this notice will last for 60 days after the response date, ensuring that the information remains accessible for a limited time following the submission deadline.
    36C24425Q0137.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract from the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide dairy and juice product services to the Lebanon VA Medical Center. The contract is set for a five-year period, effective from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, with an estimated annual quantity across several dairy and juice products. Contractors must adhere to strict guidelines regarding product quality, safety standards, and delivery schedules, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Special provisions for deliveries during emergencies and federal holidays are highlighted. The document specifies required certifications from contractors, including pasteurized milk ratings and health department certifications for livestock. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of environmentally friendly practices and stipulates the need for electronic payment and invoicing processes. The RFP underscores the VA's commitment to providing high-quality nutrition services to veterans while maintaining regulatory compliance and striving for sustainability.
    36C24425Q0137 0001.docx
    The document is an amendment to solicitation number 36C24425Q0137 issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 4. The key purpose of the amendment is to extend the deadline for submission of offers for dairy and juice products from the original date to January 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. Additionally, the amendment provides clarification on submission instructions, specifying that offers must be emailed to the designated contracting officer, Benjamin Villasenor. It emphasizes that any further modifications, corrections, or responses to technical questions will be publicly announced via amendments on the government’s procurement platform, sam.gov. The document's structure includes sections for administrative details, acknowledgments, and a description of the amendment, all outlined according to federal protocols for contract modifications. Overall, this document illustrates the procedural updates associated with federal solicitations and the importance of adhering to amended timelines and submission guidelines.
    36C24425Q0137 0002.docx
    The document is an amendment to Solicitation No. 36C24425Q0137 issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically its Network Contracting Office 4. The amendment addresses technical questions related to the procurement of an orange fruit drink, clarifying that the desired product is similar to the currently used “orange blast fruit drink.” Furthermore, it provides details on an existing indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract with LARC Industries, under which Lebanon Dairy and Juice Products recently received a task order amounting to $25,000. The amendment requires all offerors to acknowledge receipt of this modification as it contains important information relevant to their proposals. Overall, this document ensures clarity and transparency in the procurement process while soliciting input and offers for the specified product, in line with federal contracting requirements.
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