RFI Full Line Food Service Northern New England AOR
ID: SPE30026R0012Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Food Manufacturing (3119)

PSC

MEAT, POULTRY, AND FISH (8905)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/35de9183e7274a2fa580bc6aa879dd36/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for full-line food service support in the Northern New England region, specifically Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. The objective is to gather market research insights from potential vendors who can provide a range of food products, including canned, dry, chilled, and frozen items, to military and federally funded customers in the area, with a focus on timely delivery and service capabilities. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that military and authorized entities receive consistent and reliable food supply services. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their responses and comments by November 30, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Local Time, to the designated contacts, Zaida Chevere Torres and Michael Jackson, via their provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Zaida Chevere Torres
    (392) 737-2690
    zaida.chevere@dla.mil
    Michael Jackson
    (445) 737-0689
    michael.p.jackson@dla.mil
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