Fruit and Nut Mix
ID: X002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS (8940)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a38e06a305c04c989761646022fd2659/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, is soliciting proposals for the provision of a Fruit and Nut Mix intended for military operational rations under the Unitized Group Ration - Marines (UGR-M) Program. This procurement aims to establish an Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) utilizing a Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, emphasizing both technical compliance and pricing, while encouraging participation from small businesses, including those owned by service-disabled veterans and women. The selected contractor will be responsible for ensuring product quality through the submission of product demonstration models, adherence to sanitary conditions, and compliance with federal regulations, including USDA food safety standards. Interested vendors should contact David Sharp at david.sharp@dla.mil or Dean Schoendorfer at Dean.Schoendorfer@DLA.mil for further details, as proposals must meet specified submission criteria by the designated deadline.

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    The document details a solicitation for the provision of a Fruit and Nut Mix for military operational rations, specifically aimed at the Unitized Group Ration - Marines (UGR-M) Program. Issued by the DLA Troop Support, the acquisition is unrestricted and encourages participation from small businesses, including those owned by service-disabled veterans and women. The contract intends to establish an Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) using a Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, focusing equally on technical compliance and price. Key requirements include the submission of product demonstration models (PDMs) for evaluation against quality standards, including sensory attributes. Proposals must be comprehensive, meeting submission criteria by the specified deadline. Additionally, the contractor must ensure sanitary conditions and proper storage practices to maintain product integrity, adhering to numerous federal regulations throughout the process. The document emphasizes the importance of traceability, with strict labeling, packaging, and delivery protocols, including compliance with the USDA and food safety standards. Ultimately, this initiative reflects the government’s approach to enhancing military sustenance quality while promoting vendor diversity and stringent compliance measures.
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