MODULAR OPERATIONAL RATION ENHANCEMENT (MORE)
ID: SPE3S126R0008Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

NAICS

Specialty Canning (311422)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/34d3154e2a40425687ef2e496b6c3e3d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, is soliciting proposals for an Indefinite-Quantity Contract (IQC) for Modular Operational Ration Enhancement (MORE) meals, specifically targeting Cold Weather/High Altitude (COLD MORE) and Hot Weather (HOT MORE) rations. The procurement aims to fulfill estimated annual requirements of 4,000 COLD MORE and 20,000 HOT MORE meals, with maximum quantities reaching 50,000 and 250,000 respectively over five delivery tiers, emphasizing compliance with stringent food safety regulations and good manufacturing practices. Interested offerors must submit their pricing for all tiers by January 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov); for further inquiries, they can contact Julian Coppertino at julian.coppertino@dla.mil or Tiendung Nguyen at tiendung.nguyen@dla.mil.

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    F002C_ch01.pdf
    The ACR-F-002C document outlines the requirements for the Food Packet, Modular Operational Ration Enhancement (MORE), designed to support Warfighters in extreme environments. It supersedes ACR-F-002B and specifies two types: Type I for High Altitude/Cold Weather and Type II for Hot Weather. The document details the components for each packet, including various beverages, snacks, and meals, emphasizing performance-enhancing and high-carbohydrate foods. It also covers packaging standards, requiring time-temperature indicator labels and robust assembly packages. Labeling instructions specify bolded text for key information and italicized text for consumption temperatures. The document outlines rigorous packing, unitization, and marking requirements for shipping containers and unit loads. Additionally, it establishes comprehensive inspection and acceptance criteria, defining critical, major, and minor defects for assembled food packets and shipping containers to ensure quality and safety.
    MORE Component Spreadsheet.xlsx
    This government file, identified as MORE COLD NSN: 8970-01-581-2505, details a multi-tiered list of food and beverage items, likely for procurement in federal programs such as RFPs or grants. The document categorizes various snack, beverage, and meal components across five tiers, although only Tiers 1 and 2 provide specific item descriptions and quantities per case. Items range from baked snack crackers and various flavored beverage powders to energy chews, meat snacks, and fruit mixes. The repetitive listing of certain items across both tiers suggests a structured catalog for consistent supply. This file serves as a product catalog or specification sheet for bulk food items, indicating the types of provisions required by a government entity.
    SPE3S126R0008.pdf
    This government solicitation, SPE3S1-26-R-0008, is for an Indefinite-Quantity Contract (IQC) for Modular Operational Ration Enhancement (MORE) meals, specifically Cold Weather/High Altitude (COLD MORE) and Hot Weather (HOT MORE). The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking proposals for these rations, with estimated annual requirements of 4,000 COLD MORE and 20,000 HOT MORE, and maximums over five tiers of 50,000 and 250,000 respectively. The contract will span five 365-day delivery periods. Offerors must submit pricing for all five tiers for either or both types of MORE. The solicitation emphasizes strict compliance with food safety regulations, including good manufacturing practices, integrated pest management, food defense plans, and product demonstration models (PDMs). Proposals must be submitted via email to specific DLA contacts by January 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). The government reserves the right to award without discussions.
    SPE3S126R0008P0001.pdf
    This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation SPE3S126R0008, issued by DLA Troop Support Subsistence Supply Chain, Philadelphia, PA. The amendment's purpose is to incorporate a comprehensive list of clauses into the solicitation by reference. These clauses cover various aspects of federal contracting, including certifications, responsibilities, ethical conduct, anti-kickback procedures, whistleblower protections, identity verification, subcontracting regulations, labor laws, environmental concerns, tax requirements, payment terms, and counterfeit electronic parts. The amendment emphasizes that offerors must acknowledge receipt prior to the specified hour and date, as failure to do so may result in rejection of their offer. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation SPE3S126R0008 remain unchanged. This modification ensures that the solicitation adheres to a broad range of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements, crucial for maintaining compliance and integrity in government procurement.
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