The Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing to issue a solicitation for dairy products for the Fayetteville, North Carolina VA Coastal Health Care System, anticipated on September 20, 2024. Interested contractors are required to submit proposals within three days of the solicitation release, with instructions available online. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory, particularly for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under NAICS Code 311511 (Dairy Product Manufacturing), with a size standard of 1,150 employees. Proposals must include essential company details, such as name, address, and proof of registration, to be considered. Deliveries will be made to the VA Medical Center in Fayetteville. Contractors should direct questions to Jonathan Lamb via email, ensuring the appropriate subject line. This solicitation exemplifies the federal government’s procurement process aimed at sourcing local suppliers for veteran services.
The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for supplying various milk products to the Fayetteville VA Medical Center. The solicitation includes important logistical specifications, such as delivery frequency—twice a week—and the requirement that deliveries occur well before product expiration dates. Interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and are encouraged to submit their bids by September 25, 2024, with an emphasis on price competition. The contract is aimed at small businesses, including those owned by veterans and women. The procurement is guided by Federal Acquisition Regulations and includes conditions for invoicing and compliance with various government standards. This solicitation reflects the VA's commitment to ensuring quality nutritional products for patients while adhering to federal guidelines for contracting.