8910--Dairy | Base Plus 4 Option Years
ID: 36C25724Q1009Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3d45fdf9c2b549c6a9029a7d7d5d500b/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to supply milk and dairy products for the South Texas Veterans Health Care System under a contract titled "8910--Dairy | Base Plus 4 Option Years." The procurement involves providing a variety of dairy items, including whole milk, low-fat options, and assorted drinks, with a focus on maintaining food safety standards and adhering to USDA guidelines. This contract is crucial for ensuring that veterans receive nutritious meals, with deliveries scheduled twice weekly at designated VA locations, and includes specific requirements for product quality, recalls, and licensing in accordance with Texas state regulations. Interested parties should contact Contract Specialist Maria Orosco-Hofmann at maria.hofmann@va.gov or (210) 694-6375, with the contract period commencing on November 9, 2024, and extending through four option years.

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    Maria Orosco-HofmannContract Specialist
    (210) 694-6375
    maria.hofmann@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather information from qualified vendors for a contract to supply milk and dairy products for the South Texas Veterans Health Care System. The contract consists of a base year with four option years, starting from November 9, 2024, and includes items such as whole milk, low-fat options, assorted drinks, and cottage cheese. The contractor must deliver products in a refrigerated vehicle to maintain food safety standards and adhere to USDA guidelines. Deliveries are scheduled twice weekly at specific VA locations, with provisions for alternative arrangements during federal holidays. The contractor is responsible for any product recalls, quality control, and ensuring that products meet a minimum shelf life requirement. Furthermore, the contractor must possess appropriate licensing as per Texas state regulations. This notice aims to assess interest and capability among potential suppliers, guiding the VA in determining the appropriate acquisition strategy for food services catering to veterans’ nutritional needs.
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