Snacks (UGR H&S)
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 soliciting proposals for Snack Items to support the Unitized Group Ration - Heat & Serve (UGR H&S) and Unitized Group Ration M Programs. This is a Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, with an intent to award a Simplified Indefinite Delivery Contract (SIDC) using Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection procedures. Proposals are due May 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation includes three Contract Line Items (CLINs) for specific snack items:
- CLIN 0001: Jalapeno Cashews (Shelled, Roasted, Flavored, Individual Serving Pouch 19g)
- CLIN 0002: Toaster Pastry, Chocolate Chip (Individual Serving Packet)
- CLIN 0003: Teriyaki Beef Stick (Bags of 25)
Key requirements include a 36-month shelf life for all items and delivery within 90 days after the issuance of each delivery order. Product Demonstration Models (PDMs) are mandatory for each item and will be evaluated.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Simplified Indefinite Delivery Contract (SIDC), firm-fixed-price.
- Period of Performance: Three consecutive 365-day tiered delivery periods.
- Estimated Quantities: Minimum and maximum quantities are specified for each CLIN over a three-year period.
- Place of Performance: Philadelphia, PA, United States.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: May 11, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT.
- Submission: Electronically to James.Kahn@dla.mil and Thomas.Haley@dla.mil.
- Evaluation: Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procedures, considering Technical Proposal (PDMs) and Price. Technical acceptability will be rated as acceptable or unacceptable. Offerors must submit their "BEST offer" as negotiations are not anticipated.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is set aside for Small Business, including specific categories such as HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Women-Owned Small Business, and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business.
Additional Notes
Offerors are advised to thoroughly review the entire solicitation, including FAR clauses. Questions should be directed to James Kahn or Thomas Haley. Late submissions of PDMs or other required information may lead to proposal rejection.