The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, is soliciting proposals for a contract to supply fresh bread and bakery items to military customers located in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. The procurement aims to establish a long-term contract for the delivery of high-quality bakery products, ensuring that freshness is maintained and that emergency orders can be fulfilled on the same day if necessary. This contract is vital for supporting the nutritional needs of military personnel in the region, with a performance period from March 2, 2025, to February 26, 2028. Proposals are due by 3 PM EST on January 3, 2025, and interested vendors should direct inquiries to James Barr or Ryan Flaherty via their provided email addresses.