8920--Bread Products Contract | 1 Year
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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 5 Network Contracting Office, is conducting a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified sources for providing and delivering bread and bakery products to VA Medical Centers in Perry Point, Loch Raven, and Baltimore, Maryland. This market research aims to inform future acquisition decisions. Responses are due by February 17, 2026, at 09:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The VA seeks contractors capable of providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to produce and deliver a variety of bread and bakery products. Key requirements include:
- Product List: Potato Sandwich Rolls, Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls, Hamburger Rolls, Large Pan Rolls, 100% Wheat Bread, White Bread, Rye Bread, 6" Sub Rolls, Hot Dog Rolls, and Texas Toast.
- Delivery: No less than twice weekly, Monday through Friday, between 5:30 AM and 9:30 AM EST, to the three specified VA Medical Centers.
- Product Quality: Bread must be no more than 24 hours old upon arrival and not previously frozen. Products must meet Federal and State regulations, Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act standards, and specific quality criteria for appearance, odor, flavor, texture, and composition.
- Packaging & Labeling: Commercial practices, with clear open code dates or a product code number key listing.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Contract Type (for future solicitation): Firm-Fixed Price
- Anticipated Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to identify potential qualified sources, including small businesses under NAICS 311812).
- Response Due: Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 09:00 AM EST
- Published: February 11, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested sources must submit company name, address, point of contact, business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, Hubzone, WOSB, Large), confirmation of small business status under NAICS 311812, manufacturer/distributor status, country of origin, details on any product alteration (if a distributor), FSS/NAC/SEWP contract information (if applicable), general pricing for market research, and capabilities regarding salient characteristics and "equal to" items. Submissions must provide clear, compelling evidence that "equal to" items meet all required characteristics.
Evaluation
Responses will be used by the Government for market research and to make appropriate acquisition decisions. This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation.
Additional Notes
Submissions are purely voluntary, and the Government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred. Alternative methods (e.g., hormone-free bread) are encouraged. Telephone responses are not accepted.