FATS AND BONES REMOVAL FOR GREAT LAKES
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 Commissary Agency (DeCA) is preparing to release a presolicitation for Fats and Bones Removal Services at the Great Lakes Commissary. This requirement, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, seeks qualified contractors to manage the lawful pickup, removal, and disposal of supermarket animal and fish by-products, including used rotisserie chicken oil. The anticipated solicitation release date is May 7, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
DeCA, a component of the Department of Defense, requires support for its Great Lakes Commissary to ensure proper disposal of various by-products. The scope of work involves the collection, transportation, and disposal of fats and bones from chicken, pork, beef, lunch meat, fish, and sausages, as well as used rotisserie chicken oil. Services must adhere to the provided Statement of Work (SOW) and all contract terms, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Agency: Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
- Place of Performance: Great Lakes NS, IL
- NAICS Code: 311613, Rendering and Meat By-Product Processing (Small Business Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Product Service Code: S205, Trash/Garbage Collection Services
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: One 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods.
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about May 7, 2026
Key Requirements
Contractor responsibilities include providing all labor, supervision, equipment, and transportation. Contractors must acquire and maintain necessary permits, ensure compliance with all regulations, and keep equipment clean. They are responsible for repairing or replacing damaged barrels/tanks and furnishing temporary replacement tanks for used chicken oil (minimum 168-gallon capacity, double-wall steel, with heat tube and secondary spill containment). Performance standards include adherence to pickup schedules, providing validated receipts, and submitting monthly reports detailing service location, dates, quantities, and landfill diversion amounts.
Action Items & Next Steps
Potential quoters are invited to email questions or concerns regarding this requirement to Contract Specialist Marcella Simmons (marcella.simmons@deca.mil) or Contracting Officer Robert French (robert.french@deca.mil). Contractors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://sam.gov.