8910--Butler Dairy Products | 592
ID: 36C24425Q0304Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contracting Office 4, is seeking qualified vendors for a contract related to Butler Dairy Products, identified by solicitation number 36C24425Q0304. This procurement involves a 5-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement focused on the supply of dairy products, categorized under NAICS Code 311511 and PSC Code 8910. The contract aims to ensure a reliable provision of dairy goods essential for veteran services, promoting efficiency and support for small businesses through a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties must submit their responses by February 28, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, and can direct inquiries to Benjamin Villasenor at Benjamin.Villasenor@va.gov or by phone at 240-215-0637.

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    Benjamin VillasenorBenjamin Villasenor
    (240) 215-0637
    Benjamin.Villasenor@va.gov
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    The document is a presolicitation notice regarding a contract for Butler Dairy Products, identified by solicitation number 36C24425Q0304, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs' Network Contracting Office 4. The contract is set as a 5-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement under the NAICS Code 311511 and Product Service Code 8910, indicating its focus on dairy products. Responses are due by February 28, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. The document outlines essential contracting details, including the set-aside for the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the contact person for inquiries, Benjamin Villasenor, who can be reached at the provided email. This notice is part of the federal contracting process aimed at ensuring efficient procurement of goods and services, particularly for veteran services. The presolicitation serves to inform potential bidders of the upcoming opportunity, promoting transparency in government operations and support for small businesses.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs, seeking offers for a five-year, firm-fixed-price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for dairy products to be delivered to the VA Butler Health Care System. The contractor is expected to provide a variety of dairy products, including milk in various containers and cottage cheese, conforming to strict federal and state specifications regarding hygiene, quality, and delivery. The document details proposal requirements, including contractor qualifications, packaging standards, and the necessity for a designated point of contact for order management. Deliveries must avoid federal holidays and comply with specific freshness and sanitation guidelines. The contract will allow for task orders based on VA's funding availability, and questions regarding the proposal must be directed to the designated contracting officer by a specified date. Overall, this RFP is a vital aspect of ensuring the VA's nutrition and food services meet the dietary needs of veterans while adhering to regulatory requirements.
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