Request for Information (RFI) for Fresh Milk and Dairy Products support for DLA Troop Support to military customers in Bridgeport, CA.
ID: SPE300-25-R-X007Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/da3d95c98c304014811510e567cb5502/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is soliciting proposals for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) to supply fresh milk and dairy products to military customers in Bridgeport, California. The contract aims to provide a consistent supply of various dairy items, including nonfat milk, reduced-fat milk, yogurt, and ice cream, with a performance period from August 10, 2025, to August 5, 2028. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the nutritional needs of Department of Defense personnel are met, emphasizing quality and compliance with health standards. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by July 31, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, and can contact Robert Danser at Robert.M.Danser@dla.mil or Alicia Nichols-Harris at Alicia.Harris@dla.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert Danser
    (445) 737-0717
    Robert.M.Danser@dla.mil
    Alicia Nichols-Harris
    (445) 737-5819
    Alicia.Harris@dla.mil
    Files
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    Attachment 1 - Delivery Schedule SPE30025RX007.xlsx
    The document outlines a set of delivery and contact details related to federal and military logistics, specifically addressing requests for proposals (RFPs) and orders destined for the Marine Corps Training Center (MCTC) in Bridgeport, California. It identifies the key delivery locations: the MCMWTC Bridgeport Mess Hall and the MC Trng Center, detailing their respective addresses and required shipping instructions. The order number is referenced multiple times, indicating the need for accurate tracking and administration of supplies. The information is structured to provide essential customer information, highlighting the importance of precise documentation in government logistical operations. This summary emphasizes the document's role in facilitating effective procurement and delivery processes within the context of federal military operations.
    Attachment 2 - Schedule of Items SPE30025RX007.xlsx
    The document outlines a federal request for proposal (RFP) regarding the supply of fluid dairy products, focusing on an estimated three-year period from August 10, 2025, to August 5, 2028. It includes a detailed schedule of items for "Fluid Dairy Items #1-5" and "Other Dairy Items #6-16", specifying container sizes, estimated monthly usage projections, and required firm fixed prices with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Products such as nonfat milk, eggnog, various types of yogurt, and ice cream are listed with their respective container sizes and estimated quantities. Furthermore, the document outlines instructions for completing specific columns related to product pricing and usage calculations, emphasizing a structured approach to procurement for these dairy items. The RFP aims to ensure consistent supply and fixed pricing for essential dairy products, reflecting the government’s commitment to sourcing food supplies while adhering to regulatory standards. This proposal illustrates the importance of transparency and accountability in governmental procurement processes concerning food services, thereby ensuring quality and reliability in public nutrition.
    Attachment 3 - Market Research Survey.pdf
    The government is conducting market research for a possible simplified indefinite-delivery contract (SIDC) to supply fresh milk and dairy products in Bridgeport, CA, specifically to the Department of Defense (DoD) military customers. The contract will have a duration of 36 months with a maximum value of $250,000. Interested vendors are asked to respond to several questions concerning their capabilities and past experiences, as well as whether they can service customers at specific military locations. The document outlines requirements for vendors, such as maintaining compliance with inspections by relevant agencies and utilizing the Subsistence Total Order and Receipt Electronic System (STORES) for order management. Vendors must provide digital interfaces for transactions and may have to subcontract part of the contract if necessary. Responses should be sent to designated contacts for consideration. This market research emphasizes the need for vendors to demonstrate their ability to deliver products efficiently to military customers while adhering to government regulations and systems.
    SF30_SPE30025RX0070001.pdf
    The document is an amendment/modification of a government solicitation, specifically for Contract ID SPE30025RX007. The key purpose is to extend the proposal submission deadline from May 21, 2025, to June 12, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern time. It clarifies that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Contractors are required to acknowledge receipt of the amendment in their submissions, and the modification is issued per established federal regulations. The document underscores the importance of adhering to submission timelines and procedures in government procurement, ensuring that participants are well-informed of the updated deadlines to submit their proposals accurately. Overall, the communication aligns with standard practices in federal RFPs, emphasizing clarity in administrative processes while maintaining project integrity.
    SF30_SPE30025RX0070002.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a government solicitation regarding a contract modification, specifically for contract ID SPE30025RX007. The amendment announces that the proposal submission deadline has been extended to July 31, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. It emphasizes that all other terms and conditions from the original solicitation remain unchanged. The amendment serves a crucial role in the procurement process by ensuring that contractors are informed of the new deadline and provides guidance on how to acknowledge receipt of this amendment to avoid rejection of their offers. This modified solicitation aims to enhance the opportunity for contractors to submit their proposals, reflecting the ongoing adjustments often seen in federal Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
    SPE30025RX007.LTC_PID0001.xlsx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) detailing the supply of fluid dairy and other dairy items for the federal government in Bridgeport, CA, effective from August 10, 2025, to August 5, 2028. It specifies various products including nonfat milk, eggnog, reduced-fat milk, half and half, yogurt in multiple flavors, and ice cream in several varieties, with estimated usage for each product listed for a 36-month period. Each item is categorized with appropriate container sizes and quantities, alongside firm fixed prices subject to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Offerors are required to complete specific columns providing wholesale prices and estimated totals for both fluid milk and other dairy products. The prices for the items range from $0.00 to designated fixed amounts, reinforcing adherence to budgetary constraints. This RFP is an essential procurement mechanism utilized by the federal government to ensure the consistent supply of dairy products, reflecting policies that emphasize quality and compliance with health standards across governmental entities. It serves as a crucial step in securing reliable food sources within federal programs, emphasizing the importance of establishing long-term contracts for nutritional provisions.
    SPE30025RX007.LTC_PID0002.xlsx
    The document outlines logistical details related to orders and deliveries for military facilities in Bridgeport, California. It specifies two primary facilities: the MCMWTC Bridgeport Mess Hall and the MC Training Center, both located at HC 83 BLDG 3006, Bridgeport, CA. The document includes essential customer information, such as the names, addresses, and delivery instructions needed for supply fulfillment. It confirms the delivery expectations and recipient locations for military service orders, indicating that coordination is required between the ordering point and the delivery sites. This document illustrates the operational processes involved in managing military orders and reinforces the importance of precise information distribution for effective supply chain management within federal and military contexts.
    SPE30025RX007.pdf
    The document is a solicitation (SPE300-25-R-X007) issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) to supply fresh milk, dairy, and ice cream products to Department of Defense (DoD) customers in the Bridgeport, California Zone. The contract, expected to last three years, requires successful offerors to have existing capabilities in sourcing, purchasing, storing, and delivering these products while maintaining specified quality and fill rates. The solicitation emphasizes an unrestricted competition with preferences for HUBZone businesses and mandates that offerors exhibit compliance with federal regulations and demonstrate adherence to standards of quality, sanitation, and delivery protocols. Key aspects include providing electronic data interchange (EDI) capabilities and maintaining electronic catalogs for customer orders via the Subsistence Total Order Receipt Electronic System (STORES). Contractors must also adhere to strict freshness requirements, maintain a high fill rate, and manage customer service diligently. Regulations around pricing and product adjustments are specified, including economic price adjustments for certain dairy products, ensuring compliance with the Buy American Act, and managing all logistics associated with product deliveries while ensuring food defense throughout the supply chain. This solicitation is pivotal in establishing an efficient, compliant supply chain for military subsistence operations, underlining the government's focus on quality food supply for troop support.
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