SKU-Based Inventory Services
ID: HQC005-25-RFI-0002Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY (DECA)DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCYFORT GREGG ADAMS, VA, 23801-1800, USA

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All Other Support Services (561990)

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SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: OTHER (R799)
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    The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is seeking information from qualified contractors for SKU-Based Inventory Services to be performed at various commissary locations within the contiguous United States (CONUS) and overseas (OCONUS). The procurement aims to establish a structured inventory management system that includes comprehensive inventory counts by Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) using automated scanners, ensuring data integrity and real-time tracking through a collaborative effort with DeCA personnel. This initiative is crucial for maintaining efficient operations and transparency in military commissaries, with contractors required to adhere to strict schedules and access protocols. Interested parties should direct their inquiries to Christina Ellison at christina.ellison@deca.mil by January 24, 2025, and are encouraged to express their interest in providing a quote for services.

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    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for SKU-Based Inventory Services required by the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) at various commissary locations, both within the contiguous United States (CONUS) and overseas (OCONUS). The anticipated contract structure includes a base year with up to four additional option years, awarded to multiple contractors. Key responsibilities of the contractor involve collaborating with DeCA personnel to perform comprehensive inventory counts by Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) using automated scanners, providing technical solutions for real-time tracking, and ensuring data integrity through a structured validation process. Contractors must have relevant experience in grocery or retail inventories, and are responsible for adhering to a strict schedule and access requirements for various military locations. The SOW emphasizes accountability, requiring contractors to submit a final report shortly after inventory completion and engage in an automated validation process to ensure accuracy. Consequences for unsatisfactory performance include potential contract termination and a prohibition from being considered for future awards at the specific locations. Overall, the purpose of this SOW is to establish clear expectations for inventory management services in support of military commissaries, ensuring transparency and efficiency in operations.
    The document outlines the technical requirements for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) regarding SKU-based inventory services. It specifies the file formats for catalog submissions both from DeCA to the contractor and vice versa, covering fixed-weight and random-weight items. The catalog includes essential details such as item descriptions, SKU codes, UPCs, and pricing structures for both front store and backroom inventories. For fixed-weight items, the contractor must provide detailed files including item descriptions, SKU codes, quantities, and total costs, while noting standards like UPC-A, EAN, and PLU codes. Similarly, for random-weight items, the required data includes item descriptions, SKU codes, quantities, and corresponding prices per pound, ensuring compliance with specific pricing calculations as outlined. The document emphasizes meticulous adherence to cataloging to streamline inventory management and reporting processes, thereby facilitating accurate item tracking in DeCA's systems. This reflects the government's commitment to consistent inventory practices within its procurement framework.
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