Request for Information (RFI) for Fresh Bread & Bakery Products support for DLA Troop Support to military customers in the Puerto Rico Zone.
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 is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for Fresh Bread & Bakery Products to support military customers in the Puerto Rico Zone. This market research aims to gather industry feedback for a future Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC). Responses are due June 1, 2026.
Purpose of RFI
This RFI serves as market research to assist DLA Troop Support's Subsistence Produce and Market Fresh Program in crafting an appropriate solicitation for fresh bread and bakery items. It seeks comments and feedback from interested suppliers. This is not a solicitation, and the Government will not pay for information received. Proprietary information will be protected if appropriately marked.
Scope of Future Requirement
DLA Troop Support intends to issue a solicitation for one or more Indefinite Quantity Contracts (IQCs) to supply fresh bread and bakery products to military customers in the Puerto Rico Zone. The proposed contract ordering period is August 29, 2026, to August 26, 2028, for customers in Group 1. The market research survey indicates a potential contract period of performance of 12 months with a maximum value of $350,000.00. Products must meet specific freshness requirements, including mold inhibitors and commercial temperature standards. Offerors will be required to propose on all items for each group they offer on.
Key Information from Market Research Survey
The attached "Market Research Survey-PR Bread.pdf" requests information on:
- Interest in providing the contract and ability to service specific customer locations (e.g., USCG San Juan, Muniz Air Nat Guard, Fort Buchanan, Navy ships at Ponce).
- Minimum dollar delivery requirements.
- Current manufacturing capabilities for fresh bread and bakery products.
- Past experience with the Federal Government, SAM.gov and DIBBS registration status, and business size.
- Feedback on the proposed "zone" layout and feasibility, potential subcontracting needs, and company capabilities, including the percentage of subcontracting to Small Businesses.
Submission Details
Interested parties are strongly encouraged to respond using the attached questionnaire, "Market Research Survey-PR Bread.pdf". Responses and feedback are due by June 1, 2026, 3:00 PM Philadelphia Local Time. Submissions should be emailed to Ronald Booth (ronald.booth@dla.mil) and Amy N. Paradis (amy.paradis@dla.mil). Only the completed PDF file is required.
Attachments
- Market Research Survey-PR Bread.pdf: The primary questionnaire for RFI responses.
- Attachment 1 - Item List.xlsx: Provides a detailed list of stock numbers and item descriptions for required food products (e.g., bread, cakes, cupcakes, rolls, tortillas).
- Attachment 2 - Customer List.xlsx: Lists customer ordering points, ship-to locations, and service details for military customers in Puerto Rico.
Additional Notes
The awardee of the future contract will be required to interface with the Subsistence Total Order & Receipt Electronic System (STORES) and support specific EDI transactions. Unit prices must be formatted to two decimal places, and vendors must use Government item descriptions on electronic ordering catalogs and invoices. This RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment from the Government. No set-aside has been specified for this market research.