8910--Wilks Barre Dairy Products 5 Year IDIQ | 693
ID: 36C24425Q0376Type: Presolicitation
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)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to supply dairy products to the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center, starting from April 1, 2025. The procurement aims to meet the dietary needs of the facility, emphasizing compliance with federal and state regulations, quality standards, and the importance of contractor reliability in the delivery of fresh products. This initiative supports the VA's mission to provide essential nutrition services while promoting sustainable procurement practices and encouraging small business participation. Interested vendors can contact Contract Specialist Benjamin Villasenor at Benjamin.Villasenor@va.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Benjamin VillasenorContracting Officer
    (302) 668-5618
    Benjamin.Villasenor@va.gov
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    The Wilks Barre Dairy Products Presolicitation Notice outlines a proposed five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for dairy supply services at the Wilks Barre VA Medical Center. The solicitation number for this contract is 36C24425Q0376, with a response deadline set for March 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. The project is designated as a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside, indicating a preference for small business participation. The relevant Product Service Code is 8910, and the NAICS code is 311511, which pertains to dairy product manufacturing. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Benjamin Villasenor via the provided contact details. This presolicitation serves to inform potential contractors about upcoming opportunities in the context of government procurement, particularly in catering to Veterans Affairs services at the specified medical facility.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically regarding the provision of dairy products to the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center. The contract, intended for a five-year period starting from April 1, 2025, aims to meet the dietary needs of the facility through an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) structure that allows for ordered dairy products as needed, based on estimated quantities. The document specifies various requirements for the quality and compliance of the dairy products, including adherence to federal and state regulations, packaging standards, and maintenance of freshness upon delivery. It also details the importance of contractor reliability and the process for invoicing and payments. Additionally, provisions for emergency response and special ordering procedures during disasters are included. The solicitation is aimed to support VA missions, emphasizing the need for compliant, sustainable procurement practices while promoting small business participation under federal contracting guidelines. Overall, it establishes clear expectations and regulations for the successful vendor, ensuring public health and safety are prioritized in the delivery of nutrition services.
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