Coca-Cola Beverage Products for Oahu
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Indo-Pacific is conducting market research via a Request for Information (RFI) to identify capable Total Small Business sources for supplying a full line of Coca-Cola Beverage Products to Department of Defense (DoD) and authorized Non-DoD customers on Oahu, Hawaii. This RFI aims to gather information for a potential long-term agreement. Responses are due June 25, 2026, by 0800 HST.
Scope of Work
The anticipated requirement involves a contractor responsible for:
- Sourcing, purchasing, storing, and distributing Coca-Cola Beverage Products.
- Maintaining product quality, timely delivery, and responsive customer service.
- Responding to customer requests for additional or substitute Coca-Cola items.
- Maintaining all required federal, state, and local licenses and certifications.
Crucially, vendors must operate as functioning commercial distributors, not solely as third-party logistics (3PL) firms, and must hold a valid Coca-Cola Exclusive Distributor License for the Oahu Area of Responsibility (AOR).
Purpose of RFI
This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only, not a solicitation. DLA seeks to:
- Identify commercial distributors for Oahu.
- Evaluate industry readiness for staging, storing, and delivering products.
- Assess warehousing, distribution, product quality, timeliness, and shelf-life practices.
- Evaluate potential delivery strategies and shape future contract structure.
- Determine if contractors hold the required Coca-Cola Exclusive Distributor License for Oahu.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit:
- A brief capability statement detailing experience with similar subsistence or beverage distribution contracts, specifically for Coca-Cola Beverage Products.
- Relevant information on potential delivery strategies, distribution licenses for Oahu, and logistical considerations.
- Feedback or suggestions on proposed strategies, timelines, and acquisition approach.
- Industry best practices for optimizing delivery and ensuring compliance.
Attachments
Two attachments are provided to assist with responses:
- Attachment 1 – Draft Schedule of Items Coke Oahu.xlsx: An Excel spreadsheet detailing specific Coca-Cola beverage items, estimated quantities (per 12 months), and pricing fields for vendor input. Bidders must fill in "CASE Delivered Pricing (DEP) Including Freight" in designated purple blocks.
- Attachment 2 – Customer List Coke Oahu.xlsx: An Excel spreadsheet listing customer locations, including "Ship To" addresses, customer names, facilities, and specific delivery instructions, crucial for logistical planning.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: June 25, 2026, by 0800 HST
- Published: June 11, 2026
- Contact: Bradley Ah Nee (bradley.ahnee@dla.mil)
Additional Notes
This RFI is conducted under FAR Part 10 (Market Research) and FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Products and Services). Responses are voluntary and will not guarantee a contract or affect eligibility for future solicitations. Proprietary information should be clearly marked.