Bottled water in the country of Panama
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 U.S. Army South is conducting market research to identify potential sources for providing AQUAVIVA Bottled Water in the Republic of Panama. AQUAVIVA is currently the only approved water brand in Panama per the Army Public Health Center and the Worldwide Directory of Sanitarily Approved Food Establishments. Responses are due February 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the supply and delivery of AQUAVIVA bottled water in various sizes and packaging configurations. Key deliverables include:
- Product Sizes: 500mL, 1L, 1.5L, 1-gallon, and 5-gallon containers.
- Quality Standards: Water must be certified by U.S. Government veterinary and preventive medicine authorities for health quality compliance.
- Logistics: All cases must be palletized and shrink-wrapped for delivery to locations within the Republic of Panama.
- Personnel: The Contract Manager and Alternate must maintain at least Level II English proficiency.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research for a 5-year Master BPA)
- Anticipated Value: $1,000,000 total BPA ceiling
- Duration: Tentatively May 15, 2026, to May 14, 2031
- Set-Aside: None specified (open to all business sizes)
- Response Due: February 16, 2026, 1:00 PM Local Honduras Time
Evaluation
The Government will assess capability statements based on the vendor's capacity for consistent service, resource availability (financial, human, and technical), and project management expertise (risk mitigation and performance-based execution). Capability statements are limited to 10 pages.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government intends to award a Master Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with Firm Fixed Price Calls.