Groceries for 634th (17 Aug 2024)
ID: W912LR24Q0066Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7PA USPFO ACTIVITY PR ARNGFORT BUCHANAN, PR, 00934, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS (8940)

Set Aside

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

    The US Army seeks a reliable vendor to provide a comprehensive grocery supply for the Puerto Rico National Guard's annual training event. This procurement aims to restock the organization's food inventory with a diverse range of long-life and fresh produce, specifying exact quantities and brands where possible. The focus on institutional use requires a bulk supply of nuts, fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and condiments, with a firm delivery deadline of 17 August 2024. Competition for the small business-set aside contract is encouraged to submit digitally signed quotes, including pricing details, adhering to the specified quantities and unit measurements. Offerors are advised to clarify their proposals as needed, with key dates including a submission deadline of 5 August 2024 and the planned delivery date.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maria del Mar Ruiz ( Contract Specialist)
    maria.d.ruizperez.mil@army.mil
    Files
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    Here are the summaries for each file: File 1: The primary objective of this procurement is to obtain a diverse range of food items and beverages for institutional use. This includes a comprehensive list of grocery items, such as nuts, fruits, vegetables, baked goods, cereals, condiments, and beverages. The focus is on long-life or frozen products, with some fresh produce also required. The items are specified in detail by quantity, size, and sometimes brand or flavor. For instance, a 10-ounce bag of shelled almonds or a 14-ounce box of instant oat cereal. The scope of work involves delivering these food and beverage items to the procuring organization, likely a government facility or institution. The items cover a wide range of culinary needs, suggesting a comprehensive replenishment of food stocks. Key dates are mentioned, indicating an order delivery date of August 19, 2024, which applies to most items. Some produce and fresh items, however, have earlier dates. Evaluation of bids seems to be based on price, with extended prices listed for many items. File 2: This procurement aims to supply fresh fruits and vegetables to government facilities. The focus is on individual items, with detailed specifications on the required quantities and packaging sizes. For example, a 5-pound bag of fresh green apples or a 40-pound box of watermelons. The scope of work would involve the successful vendor supplying these fresh produce items, ensuring their freshness and quality. The key dates are aligned with the Delivery Date mentioned in File 1, suggesting a coordinated procurement process. File 3: The main objective is to procure a variety of fresh bread products, including pan-baked sandwich bread, whole wheat bread, and dinner rolls. The emphasis is on supplying bread and rolls for institutional use, with a total of 350 units required. The vendor will need to deliver the baked goods, with a focus on maintaining freshness and quality, by the specified delivery date. Pricing seems to be a critical evaluation criterion, with unit and extended prices listed. File 4: This file seeks to source an assortment of food items, leaning heavily on condiments, sauces, and culinary additives. These include items like seasoned croutons, olives, mushrooms, bacon bits, and diced eggs. The quantities vary, but many items are requested in cases or large quantities. The work involves providing these kitchen essentials, with an emphasis on maintaining product quality and freshness. Pricing is a key consideration, with unit prices and extended prices given for each item. File 5: This final file appears to be a supplement to the others, focusing on additional food items. It has a smaller scope, featuring a brief remark section and fewer items. The procurements include staple foods such as rice, tea, and sugar, as well as canned tomatoes and frozen seafood. The emphasis is still on quantity and value, with delivery dates aligning with the previous files. Across all files, the procurement objective revolves around replenishing food stocks for institutional use, with a focus on durability, quantity, and variety. The scope of work primarily entails supplying these goods in the specified quantities and within the given timelines. Pricing seems to be a central evaluation criterion, with multiple references to unit and extended prices.
    The focus of this procurement is to acquire various grocery items, with specific attention to the quantities and specifications detailed in the solicitation documents. The requesting government agency seeks clarification on several points to ensure compliant submissions. This includes the type of signatures permitted on digitally submitted documents and confirmation of the delivery date as specified in the solicitation. Additionally, the agency provides clarity on the meaning of highlighting in the Excel form and the significance of quantity specifications in the product table. Offerors are expected to adhere to the specified quantities and, if necessary, can annotate equivalent items in the designated column. The emphasis is on providing items that match the requested quantities and specifications, with flexibility allowed for equivalent options, which will be evaluated by the government.
    The solicitation aims to procure grocery items for a government entity, specifying detailed requirements for an extensive list of items. Emphasizing the importance of digitally submitted proposals, the government clarifies that signatures can be digitally applied or scanned with wet-ink signatures. To avoid confusion, it confirms a single delivery date of August 17th and clarifies that any other dates mentioned are clerical errors. The item quantities in the Excel form are carefully explained, with zero quantities indicating that no quotes are required for those items. Offerors are expected to adhere to specified item quantities and match the weight/amount requirements, allowing for equivalents with prior government verification. Notably, the solicitation seeks ready-to-eat groceries, distinguishing it from a catering service request. The government seeks detailed pricing information, distinguishing unit prices from extended prices, with evaluations favoring competitive pricing. Key dates include the submission deadline of August 17th, and the evaluation process will assess the closeness of offered items to the specified grocery list.
    The primary objective of this procurement is to fulfill the grocery requirements of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard for its I CO 634th Annual Training. The Guard seeks a single award firm-fixed price contract for the delivery of a comprehensive range of groceries. These include various food items, with specific quantities and units of measure outlined in the attached quotation tables. Offerors are expected to provide items that closely match the specified quantities and varieties, with some flexibility allowed for equivalent items. The scope of work involves a single delivery cycle on August 17, 2024, requiring vendors to deliver the groceries to Camp Santiago Joint Training Center in Salinas, Puerto Rico. Vendors must submit their quotes digitally, including unit prices and extended prices for all items, along with the necessary certifications and tax information. The evaluation of quotes will prioritize competitiveness and reasonableness of prices. Key dates include the closing date for quote submissions on August 5, 2024, at 4:00 pm local time. Amendments to the solicitation are also outlined, primarily addressing clarification of delivery dates and response to queries about quote preparation. This procurement is a 100% small business set-aside, with numerous applicable FAR and DFARS clauses.
    The primary objective of this procurement is to supply groceries to the Puerto Rico Army National Guard for its I CO 634th Annual Training event. The government agency seeks a single award firm-fixed price contract for a comprehensive grocery package to be delivered in one lot. The emphasis is on providing a diverse range of grocery items, with various tabs in the solicitation document detailing specific requirements for main groceries, produce, bread, and additional items. Offerors are required to propose prices for each category, with units of measure and quantities specified. This procurement seeks to award a contract for the timely delivery of these goods, with a focus on freshness and quality. The delivery date is scheduled for August 17, 2024, and offerors are expected to factor in the commuting distance to the delivery location. Evaluation of quotes will prioritize those that are most competitive and align closely with the specified requirements. Eligible vendors must submit their quotes by the deadline, including necessary certifications and tax information. Key dates include the closing date of August 5, 2024, and the planned delivery date, with potential contractors encouraged to clarify their proposals if needed.
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