Solicitation for Fresh Milk, Dairy and Ice Cream Products for DLA Troop Customers in the States of Mississippi, Arkansas and Louisiana
ID: SPE300-25-R-0025Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/44ff50de34eb43eaaa97855beb8af4a3/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is soliciting offers for the supply of fresh milk, dairy, and ice cream products to Department of Defense customers located in Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana. Contractors are required to enter into an indefinite quantity contract (IQC) and must demonstrate the capability to meet specific technical requirements, including valid sanitation inspections and maintaining a minimum fill rate of 97%. These products are vital for ensuring the nutritional needs of military personnel, emphasizing the importance of quality and compliance with the Buy American Act. Interested vendors should contact Stephanie Milstein at stephanie.milstein@dla.mil or Matthew Sacca at matthew.sacca@dla.mil for further details, with submissions due electronically as part of the procurement process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Stephanie Milstein
    (215) 737-3674
    stephanie.milstein@dla.mil
    Matthew Sacca
    (215) 737-0895
    matthew.sacca@dla.mil
    Files
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    SPE30025R0025.LTC_PID0001.XLSX
    SPE30025R0025.LTC_PID0002.XLSX
    SPE30025R0025.LTC_PID0003.PDF
    The STORES Web Reconciliation Tool Guide for EDI Vendors Users, released in September 2024, serves as an instructional manual for utilizing the Subsistence Total Order and Receipt Electronic System (STORES) tool. It focuses on aiding Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) vendors with logging into the system, managing accounts, reconciling invoices and receipts, and submitting short shipment information. Key sections include different login paths (certificate and non-certificate), password management, and account reactivation processes. The guide also details the reconciliation of EDI records, including managing mismatched invoices, receipts without invoices, and creating invoices. Additionally, it provides instructions on order confirmations, fill rate maintenance, and generating reports, ensuring vendors can efficiently navigate the system. The document emphasizes the importance of compliance with DOd usage terms and the proper handling of sensitive information through secure login protocols. Overall, it facilitates streamlined operations for federal vendors working with the Defense Logistics Agency, thereby enhancing efficiency in military supply chain processes.
    SPE30025R0025.LTC_PID0004.PDF
    The Market Fresh Item Request Form is a structured document designed to facilitate the procurement of fresh food items for government agencies. It requests detailed product information, including item descriptions, vendor units of measure, individual package specifications, processing requirements, storage needs, fat content, and product grade. Additionally, the form seeks specifics for beverages, such as fruit juice percentage, concentration, and sweetness levels, outlining various options including sugar content and alternative sweeteners. The form stresses the importance of clarity in descriptions, particularly for terms like "light," and encourages the submission of supplementary documents to aid in product cataloging. This structured approach ensures comprehensive data collection tailored to meet the dietary requirements and standards expected in governmental contracts, ultimately supporting the efficient procurement of quality food products.
    SPE30025R0025.PDF
    The document is a solicitation from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, specifically targeting the supply of fresh milk, dairy, and ice cream products to Department of Defense (DoD) customers in Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana. The commitment involves entering an indefinite quantity contract (IQC) with a commercial firm, emphasizing the need for contractors to have physical and logistical capabilities to ensure adequate supply. The solicitation specifies that offers must meet certain technical requirements, including having valid sanitation inspections. Submissions are to be made electronically, and offers are evaluated based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criterion. The contract spans three years, divided into two tiers, where pricing must remain competitive. Key points include strict adherence to delivery and order protocols, the requirement for fresh products with sufficient shelf life, and maintaining a minimum fill rate of 97%. Additionally, contractors must comply with the Buy American Act and ensure product integrity against tampering or contamination threats. The document outlines various operational requirements, including quality assurance programs, invoicing protocols, and customer service expectations, marking it a comprehensive guide for potential contractors to adhere to while engaging with the government procurement process.
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