8910--Milk and Dairy Foods for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System
ID: 36C25625Q0007Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f7d987a9d8bf4536aeb616ce44783f6c/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide fresh milk and dairy products for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS). The procurement involves the on-site delivery of various dairy items, including whole milk, low-fat milk, chocolate milk, buttermilk, cottage cheese, and ice cream, to be delivered three times weekly to two healthcare facilities in Arkansas. This contract, which is set to commence on February 1, 2025, and may extend for an additional five ordering periods, underscores the VA's commitment to sourcing high-quality food products that meet the nutritional needs of veterans while adhering to stringent USDA standards for freshness and labeling. Interested parties should contact Contracting Officer Arlene A. Blade at arlene.blade@va.gov or (318) 466-4281 for further details and to obtain the Request for Quote (RFQ) documentation.

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    ARLENE A. BLADEContracting Officer
    (318) 466-4281
    arlene.blade@va.gov
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    This document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the provision of fresh milk and dairy products to the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS). The contract is intended for a five-year period, commencing February 1, 2025, with the possibility of five additional ordering periods. The main items required include various types of milk (whole, low-fat, chocolate), buttermilk, cottage cheese, and ice cream, to be delivered three times weekly to two healthcare facilities in Arkansas. Key conditions stipulate that all products must meet stringent freshness requirements, with expiration dates extending a minimum of ten days from delivery. Compliance with USDA standards for packaging and labeling is essential. The contractor must ensure timely electronic submission of invoices and provide a designated point of contact for customer service issues. The evaluation of offers will be based on pricing and other relevant factors as per the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This RFQ reflects the VA's commitment to sourcing quality food products to meet the needs of veterans while adhering to government procurement practices.
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