ContractSources Sought

Meal, Cold Weather (MCW)

DEPT OF DEFENSE• SPE3S1-MCW
Response Deadline
Apr 29, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking industry feedback through a Sources Sought Notice for the Meal, Cold Weather (MCW) Ration, which is designed for operational use in extreme cold weather conditions. The MCW is an individual ration that remains effective without freezing and includes additional drink mixes to help combat dehydration, with the capability to be issued at three meals per day. This procurement aims to assess the industrial base and explore acquisition strategies for the MCW Ration, with an anticipated delivery requirement of 30,000 to 60,000 cases annually within a 120-day timeline. Interested vendors should submit their responses, including information about their organization and relevant experience, to Darren Gregory at darren.gregory@dla.mil by the specified deadline.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
311422
Specialty Canning
PSC Code
8970
COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
MCW - Source Sought.pdf
PDF•99 KB•Apr 9, 2025
AI Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Philadelphia has issued a Sources Sought Notice regarding the Meal, Cold Weather (MCW) Ration, aimed at gathering industry feedback. The MCW is designed for use in cold temperatures, remaining effective without freezing, and includes extra drink mixes to combat dehydration. This notice is for market research and does not represent a solicitation for proposals, nor will the Government pay for any responses. Interested vendors are asked to provide information about their organization, prior experience with government contracts for similar products, and their capability to meet a delivery schedule of 30,000 to 60,000 cases annually, with a delivery timeline of 120 days. Participation does not assure future contracts, and any proprietary information will be protected if properly marked. The goal is to assess the industrial base and explore acquisition strategies for the MCW Ration. Responses should be sent to the designated email address.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedApr 9, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineApr 29, 2025
expiryArchive DateMay 14, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
Office
DLA TROOP SUPPORT

Point of Contact

Name
Darren Gregory

Place of Performance

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, UNITED STATES

Official Sources

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