RFI for Market Research for FF&V for Guatemala 2024
ID: GuatemalaPresolicitationNotice2024Type: Presolicitation
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Buyer

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

PSC

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES (8915)

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https://sam.gov/opp/65afcb14410b4a909071289f7e17583f/view
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    Presolicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking Fresh Fruits, Vegetables, and water in Guatemala. The delivery locations are authorized customers in Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala. The estimated annual sales for FF&V/Eggs/Bottle water on this contract is $125,000.00 and the maximum contract will be $250,000.00. The government is conducting market research to assess vendor capabilities and gather information for informational purposes only. Interested vendors are requested to provide responses, comments, and suggestions by January 5th, 2024.

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    Donovan Mahoney
    (215) 737-0785
    donovan.mahoney@dla.mil
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