BULK DELIVERY (DESIGNATED LOCATION)
ID: RFI-24R0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY (DECA)DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCYFORT GREGG ADAMS, VA, 23801-1800, USA

NAICS

Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local (484220)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: MOTOR FREIGHT (V112)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c9e8aecd7bf24b74bb9199a265e9c621/view
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    Description

    The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential vendors capable of providing eCommerce bulk delivery services across 170 commissary locations in the contiguous United States. The objective is to gather market insights from both small and large businesses that can collectively support bulk delivery operations without subdividing the locations. This initiative is crucial for ensuring efficient logistics and timely delivery of essential goods to military personnel while adhering to federal acquisition guidelines. Interested parties must submit their responses via email by 3:00 PM EST on February 10, 2025, including specific company information and a capability statement, to the designated contacts, Rakeeb I. Craig and Hawanda Steadman.

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    Attachment 1 - DeCA Bulk Delivery Commissary Locations.pdf
    This document provides a comprehensive list of commissaries located at various military bases across the United States, Puerto Rico, and various other territories. It identifies each commissary's address and associated city or county, encompassing sites in Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Florida, and more. The document serves as a reference for federal agencies, contractors, and grant applicants involved in logistics, procurement, or services related to military installations. This information is critical for planning and executing RFPs (Requests for Proposals) or federal grants aimed at supporting military operations, emphasizing the importance of understanding the locations of service facilities. The structure is organized by state, followed by the corresponding commissary address, facilitating easy navigation and identification of sites pertinent to various government contracts and services.
    Attachment 2 -DeCA DRAFT SOW.pdf
    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for a non-personal services contract with the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) aimed at providing eCommerce bulk delivery services for dry, chill, and frozen products to military commissaries within a 30-mile radius. The contractor is responsible for transportation, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring timely deliveries. Key responsibilities include coordinating pick-ups, managing delivery logistics, and complying with inspections from Military Food Inspectors. The contractor must also maintain an API interface with DeCA's eCommerce application, ensuring system availability and prompt notifications about order status. Payment processes include biweekly invoicing, with penalties for late deliveries. Data privacy measures are mandated to protect sensitive information, highlighting the importance of secure handling of materials related to delivery operations. Overall, the SOW highlights the intricacies involved in the supply chain management for military commissaries, ensuring the efficient provision of essential goods to service members while adhering to stringent regulations and quality standards.
    Request for Information - DeCA Bulk Delivery Service.pdf
    The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) concerning eCommerce Bulk Delivery services across 170 commissary locations in the contiguous United States. This RFI is purely for market research and does not solicit proposals or establish a contract. DeCA seeks to identify both small and large businesses capable of offering bulk delivery services collectively across all locations, without subdividing them into smaller groupings. Interested parties must provide specific information including company name, contact details, capability statement, and SAM.gov Cage Code. If subcontracting is necessary, the percentage of work to be subcontracted should also be disclosed. Responses must be submitted via email by 3:00 PM EST on February 10, 2025, to designated contract personnel. The RFI emphasizes the importance of communication with the contract specialist to verify receipt of submissions. This inquiry reflects DeCA's future needs for efficient logistics solutions while maintaining compliance with federal acquisition guidelines.
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