8910--Dairy Products
ID: 36C24524Q0033Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/48a63724012649d2bb798d0d9b0ff565/view
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    Sources Sought Notice: VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking vendors who can provide dairy products to the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The objective is to supply milk and dairy products that meet USDA and FDA regulations. The estimated quantities include various types of milk in gallon and single-serving sizes. The contract will have a base period from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024, with the option to renew for four consecutive years. Safety requirements and VA regulations must be followed by the contractor.

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    Jessica ThomasContract Specialist
    (410) 642-2411
    jessica.thomas2@va.gov
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