Pre-Solicitation Notice - SPE3S1-26-R-0005 - Rations National Contract (RNC) Bakery Items for MRE Assembly
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support has issued a Presolicitation Notice for the Rations National Contract (RNC) Bakery Items required for Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE) assembly. This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The formal solicitation, SPE3S1-26-R-0005, is expected to be published soon. The response date for this presolicitation is February 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity focuses on the procurement of bakery components specifically utilized in the MRE program. These items are crucial for the assembly of MREs, which are essential for military rations. The applicable NAICS codes for this acquisition include:
- 311821 - Cookie and Cracker Manufacturing
- 311812 - Commercial Bakeries
- 311830 - Tortilla Manufacturing
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Department/Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
- Office: DLA TROOP SUPPORT
- Response Date: February 19, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published Date: March 24, 2026, 6:36 PM EST
- Product Service Code: 8920 (Bakery And Cereal Products)
- Place of Performance: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Additional Notes
This notice serves to inform industry of the upcoming solicitation for these critical bakery components. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for the release of the formal solicitation. For inquiries, contact Melanie Ledoux at melanie.ledoux@DLA.MIL or Tiendung Nguyen at tiendung.nguyen@dla.mil.