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)
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    The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is seeking information from qualified businesses to provide eCommerce bulk delivery services for military commissaries across 170 locations in the contiguous United States. The procurement aims to identify both small and large businesses capable of delivering dry, chill, and frozen products while adhering to food safety standards and ensuring timely logistics management. This initiative is crucial for maintaining efficient supply chain operations that support military personnel and their families. Interested parties must submit their responses, including company details and capability statements, via email by 3:00 PM EST on February 10, 2025, to the designated contract personnel, with further inquiries directed to Hawanda Steadman at hawanda.steadman@deca.mil or Rakeeb Craig at rakeeb.craig@deca.mil.

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    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.
    This document lists various commissary addresses associated with military installations across the United States and its territories. The inventory includes locations in states such as Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, California, and others, along with specific details on each facility's address, including street numbers and postal codes. The purpose of compiling this information appears to be to facilitate procurement, resource allocation, or logistical planning associated with federal government grants and Requests for Proposals (RFPs). By consolidating these addresses, the document serves a functional need in managing military commissary operations and ensuring that relevant stakeholders can access locations efficiently. The structured format enhances clarity, allowing for easy reference to different military installations and their corresponding commissaries in support of federal objectives.
    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.
    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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