8915--Fresh Produce IDIQ Contract for VA Loma Linda
ID: 36C26225Q0291Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES (8915)

Set Aside

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/2f6cacd74d5b44039b41561cc39d979b/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for a Fresh Produce Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract specifically for the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. The procurement aims to enhance the quality and variety of fresh produce available to veterans, with a requirement for vendors to supply a comprehensive list of items while adhering to specific quality and safety standards. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to providing high-quality nutrition to veterans and supporting local businesses, with a contract period set from January 13, 2025, to January 12, 2026. Interested small businesses must submit their quotations by January 6, 2024, to Contract Specialist Sam Choo at sam.choo@va.gov, ensuring compliance with all outlined specifications and including shipping costs in their proposals.

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    Choo, SamContract Specialist
    Sam.choo@va.gov
    Sam.choo@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for a Fresh Produce Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract specifically for the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. The solicitation, numbered 36C26225Q0291, invites small businesses registered in SAM.gov to submit quotations by January 6, 2024, to supply a comprehensive list of fresh produce. Submissions must demonstrate compliance with the specification requirements outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW), which must be met in full to avoid being deemed non-responsive. The contract will be awarded based on a Firm-Fixed Price over one year, and all quotes should include shipping costs. Proposals must be sent via email to the designated Contract Specialist, Sam Choo, and must include completed forms along with a capabilities statement for products offered. The general approach adheres to federal procurement regulations, emphasizing competition and accountability among small businesses. This effort reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing service quality for veterans through reliable food supply channels.
    S02 _ 36C26225Q0291 _ Description and Instruction.pdf
    The document is a solicitation for fresh produce procurement by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 22, specifically for the Loma Linda VA Healthcare System. It outlines solicitation number 36C26225Q0291 under FAR Part 13, emphasizing a request for proposals from small businesses registered in SAM.gov, with a small business size standard set at 700 employees as per NAICS Code 311991. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) for one year. Interested parties must meet specific requirements outlined in the statement of work (SOW) and demonstrate compliance with salient characteristics to avoid being considered non-responsive. Bids must be submitted by January 6, 2024, detailing pricing and included shipping costs, with certain forms to be completed and returned via email. The solicitation stresses adherence to regulatory representations and certifications related to telecommunications services. This procurement process illustrates the government’s commitment to sourcing from small businesses while ensuring quality and compliance in supplying essential goods to veterans' healthcare facilities.
    S02 - 36C26225Q0291.pdf
    The document details a solicitation for a Fresh Produce Goods delivery contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically for the Loma Linda VA Healthcare System. The contract aims to enhance the quality and variety of fresh produce available to veterans, with an estimated budget increase from $80,000 in FY24 to around $84,476 in FY25. The period of performance is set from January 13, 2025, to January 12, 2026, with delivery requirements involving multiple weekly shipments of various fresh produce types. Vendors must meet specific criteria including proximity to the healthcare facility and compliance with quality and safety standards outlined in federal regulations. The solicitation invites offers from small businesses while detailing criteria for payment, invoicing, and compliance with laws. Overall, it reflects the VA's commitment to providing high-quality nutrition to veterans while also supporting local businesses, adherence to procurement regulations, and ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the contracting process.
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