Presolicitation Notice for Fresh Bread & Bakery Products support for DLA Troop Support to military customers in the State of Virginia, (Group 1: Norfolk Ships, Group 2: Norfolk Land)
ID: SPE300-25-R-0040Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Commercial Bakeries (311812)

PSC

BAKERY AND CEREAL PRODUCTS (8920)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/414fe9291a164438884f61e9ee6564ff/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, is seeking suppliers for fresh bread and bakery products to support military customers in Virginia, specifically for Norfolk Ships and Norfolk Land. The procurement aims to provide essential food supplies that are critical for the sustenance of military personnel stationed in these areas. The goods will be categorized under the NAICS code 311812 for Commercial Bakeries and the PSC code 8920 for Bakery and Cereal Products, highlighting their importance in military operations. Interested vendors can reach out to Lauren Thaire at lauren.thaire@dla.mil or James Barr at james.barr@dla.mil for further details regarding the solicitation process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lauren Thaire
    lauren.thaire@dla.mil
    James Barr
    james.barr@dla.mil
    Files
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    Attachment 1 Item listing.xlsx
    The document SPE300-25-R-0040 is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the federal government for supplying bread and bakery items to various customers in Norfolk, Virginia. It outlines two groups of customers: ship customers and land-based customers. Each group has a list of items required, such as different types of bread, bagels, rolls, and muffins, along with their descriptions. The RFP specifies pricing structures divided into two tiers, each with an estimated 18-month duration. Prices are to be given per package and per pound with clear instructions to be rounded to two decimal places. The document contains placeholders for offeror details and pricing, indicating that official pricing information is to be submitted by bidders. The overall objective of the RFP is to procure quality bakery items while ensuring compliance with pricing and quality standards set by the government. Emphasizing strict pricing formats and the lead time for delivery, the document aims to streamline the procurement process and ensure efficient supply to federal entities in the Norfolk area. This RFP reflects government efforts to engage suppliers while maintaining stringent budgetary and quality control measures.
    Attachment 2 Delivery Schedule.pdf
    The document outlines a delivery schedule for various vessels and military locations in Virginia, particularly focusing on ship supply logistics for both navy and Coast Guard operations. It includes details of ship classes, hull numbers, and Unique Identification Codes (UICs) for each vessel associated with delivery times and locations. The schedule specifies standards for delivery, highlighting a timeline of up to five days for the majority of locations, with specific arrival times (often between 0600-0900) laid out for each destination, including naval bases and Coast Guard stations. Additionally, the document notes vendor responsibilities such as shelf stocking and rack pickups upon delivery. Overall, this delivery schedule serves to facilitate efficient logistics operations within the military framework, ensuring quick responses to supply needs across various installations in the Norfolk area.
    Market Research Survey Norfolk Land and Ships V2.pdf
    The government is conducting market research for a potential long-term contract to supply fresh bread and bakery products to the Department of Defense (DoD) military customers in the Norfolk, Virginia area. The contract is proposed for a 36-month duration with a total maximum value of $3,695,898.33. Interested vendors are asked to provide feedback through a series of questions about their ability to deliver the required services, their business registration status, and past government contracting experience. Vendors must comply with federal agency inspections and audits and are required to have EDI capabilities to interface with the government’s ordering system, STORES. The document also emphasizes the importance of internet accessibility for vendors, as well as the need for flexibility in order-taking methods. Responses are requested by February 18, 2025, and contact information for questions is provided. Overall, the purpose of the document is to gather insights from potential suppliers about their capabilities and readiness to fulfill the contract requirements effectively.
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