Title: Request for Information (RFI) for Fresh Bread & Bakery Products support for DLA Troop Support to military customers in the San Diego, CA Zone
ID: SPE300-25-R-0038Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

NAICS

Commercial Bakeries (311812)

PSC

BAKERY AND CEREAL PRODUCTS (8920)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Troop Support), is seeking information from vendors capable of supplying fresh bread and bakery products to military customers in the San Diego, CA area. This procurement aims to establish a long-term contract lasting 36 months, with an estimated value of $7,600,348.16 and a maximum potential value of $19,000,872.90, reflecting the importance of providing quality food service to support the morale and welfare of military personnel. Interested vendors must demonstrate their ability to meet specific requirements, including compliance with federal health and safety standards, and are encouraged to participate in the market research process by submitting their feedback by March 19, 2025. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Brenda Madison at Brenda.Madison@dla.mil or Alicia Harris at Alicia.Harris@dla.mil.

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    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for supplying various bread and bakery items intended for troops stationed in San Diego, California. It outlines a comprehensive list of bakery products, including different types of bagels, breads, cakes, pastries, and desserts, specifying selection attributes such as flavor, size, and packaging. The products range from fresh items like assorted muffins and cakes to packaged brownies and cookies, catering to the nutritional needs of military personnel. This procurement initiative reflects the government's commitment to providing quality food service to troops, ensuring a variety of options to support morale and welfare. The listing indicates quantities, packaging information, and types of each product, highlighting the focus on variety and quality in bakery supplies for the military. Overall, the purpose of the RFP is to invite vendors to bid on the contract to supply these essential baked goods, ensuring that service members receive adequate and delicious food options.
    The document details an extensive list of federal and military logistics relating to various ships, mess halls, and naval facilities, predominantly located in San Diego, California. It outlines ordering points, customer names, shipping addresses, contact information for food service officers, customer facilities, and delivery instructions. The entries cover vessels from the U.S. Coast Guard, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the U.S. Navy, indicating a structured system for coordinating food service and other supplies across military installations. The document emphasizes efficient operations, with designated delivery times and locations being critical for support to military personnel. Overall, it reflects the government's organized approach to military logistics and supply management, showcasing the significance of timely resource allocation in support of naval operations.
    The government is conducting market research for a potential long-term contract to supply fresh bread and bakery products for military customers in the San Diego, CA area, specifically for Department of Defense (DoD) troops. The contract will span 36 months with estimated values of $7,600,348.16 and a maximum value of $19,000,872.90. Interested vendors are asked to provide feedback on their ability to meet the contract requirements, details about their company, and their experience with the federal government. They must also verify their registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and other relevant databases. The document outlines necessary capabilities, like interfacing with the Subsistence Total Order and Receipt Electronic System (STORES) for order processing, and compliance with federal health and safety audits. Vendors are required to provide details on potential subcontracting, demonstrate electronic data interchange (EDI) capabilities, and ensure internet accessibility for order handling. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of small business participation and compliance with government regulations, reflecting broader objectives to support local economies and ensure food safety for military personnel. Responses are due by March 19, 2025.
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