8915--VASD Fresh Produce Base Plus 4 OY

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for fresh produce for the VASD (Veterans Affairs) program, with a base period and four option years. The solicitation number is 36C26226Q0561.

• The primary product service code is 8915, indicating food and food service equipment, specifically fresh produce.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 311991, which covers miscellaneous food manufacturing.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is a "Base Notice Type K," which typically refers to a contract with options.

• The award date was 05-21-2026.

• The award amount is $0.00, suggesting this might be a placeholder or a previous award notice.

• Not detailed in the provided text.

• This solicitation is set aside by the Small Business Administration (SBA).

• The contracting office is Network Contracting Office 22, located in Long Beach, CA (ZIP code 90815).

• The point of contact is Sam Choo, Contract Specialist, at sam.choo@va.gov or 562-766-2284.

• The awardee for a previous related action (Award Number 36C26226D0090) was COAST CITRUS DISTRIBUTORS, with UEI K1H8ZCUTDJ33, located in San Diego, CA (ZIP code 92154).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (RFQ 36C26226Q0561) is for a Fresh Produce Delivery Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The contract will include a base year and four option years. This solicitation is a Small Business set-aside, open market.

• Provision of fresh produce items as listed in the Statement of Work (Section B.2).

• Orders will be placed via email, telephone, fax, or contractor web site.

• Contractor must provide clear and compelling evidence to meet all requirements.

• Products must comply with Federal, State, and local regulations regarding preparation, packaging, labeling, storage, distribution, and sales.

• Manufacturing plants must be inspected by the Federal Government.

• Products must be clean, sound, wholesome, and free from physical hazards.

• Fresh produce must have sufficient remaining shelf life (minimum 5 days for prepared items).

• Packaging and labeling must comply with commercial practices and Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

• Contract Type: IDIQ

• Period of Performance: Base year (05/01/2026-04/30/2027) plus four option years (ending 04/31/2031).

• Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) is included, based on the Consumer Price Index for Food at Home (CPI-FAH).

• Annual price increases are capped at +8% and decreases are floored at -3% relative to the previous year's unit price.

• Quotes must be submitted electronically to Sam.choo@va.gov by Thursday, May 7, 2026, 10:00 AM PST.

• Files must be in PDF format and no larger than 10MB.

• Vendor must be registered in www.sam.gov and include their SAM UEI number.

• Questions must be submitted by Friday, May 01, 2026, by 10:00 AM PST to Sam.choo@va.gov.

• Award will be made based on "Best Value" to the Government, considering technical acceptability, past performance, and price.

• Evaluation of offers will be based on capability to meet Government requirements, past performance, and price.

• Preference may be given to offers providing prices for product in specified containers, but alternate container options are acceptable.

• This solicitation is a Small Business set-aside.

• Offerors must be registered in www.sam.gov.

• SDVOSB and VOSB verification requires registration with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

• No Non-Manufacturer rule waiver is in place.

• This is a Brand Name or Equal requirement.

• Award will be made IAW ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 and FAR 52.212-2.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Brand Name or Equal requirement for a Fresh Produce Contract. The solicitation details the requirements for providing fresh produce to the Department of Veterans Affairs, San Diego VA Healthcare System.

• The contractor must demonstrate clear and compelling evidence to meet all solicitation requirements.

• Specific details regarding the produce and quantities are expected to be found within the referenced attachment (S02 - 36C26226Q0561).

• This is a "Brand Name or Equal" requirement.

• Award will be made in accordance with FAR 52.212-1 and FAR 52.212-2 for Commercial Products and Commercial Services.

• All quotes must be received by Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, Los Angeles, USA.

• Evaluation will be conducted IAW FAR 52.212-2.

• This solicitation is a Small Business set-aside, open market.

• The contracting office is Network Contracting Office 22, located in Long Beach, CA 90815.

• The Product Service Code is 8915, and the NAICS Code is 311991.

• The Point of Contact is Sam Choo, Contract Specialist (sam.choo@va.gov).

• Place of Performance is the San Diego VA Healthcare System, San Diego, CA 92161.