Full Line Food Distribution for the Mississippi and Louisiana Region
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 Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support has issued an Award Notice for a bridge contract to Merchants Foodservice (dba Performance Food Group) for Full Line Food Distribution services in the Mississippi and Louisiana regions. This award, valued at an estimated $15.8 million (with a maximum of $47.4 million), was made on January 28, 2026, and is effective from February 1, 2026, through December 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract provides Prime Vendor services for full-line food and beverage items to DLA customers in Mississippi and Louisiana. The services ensure continued supply during a transition period.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Indefinite-delivery, Indefinite-quantity (IDIQ), fixed price with Economic Price Adjustment (EPA).
- Contract Number: SPE300-26-D-3010
- Awarded To: Merchants Foodservice (dba Performance Food Group), CAGE Code 7T383
- Estimated Value: $15,821,666.58
- Guaranteed Minimum: $1,582,166.66
- Maximum Value: $47,464,999.75
- Period of Performance: February 1, 2026, through December 12, 2026
- Award Date: January 28, 2026
- Published Date: June 18, 2026
Justification
This award was made under 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(1), implemented by FAR Part 6.302-1, citing "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements." A Justification and Approval (J&A) document is attached to the notice. This bridge contract was necessary due to unforeseen delays in the award of a competitive follow-on contract. The required foodservice supplies are currently available only from Merchants Foodservice to avoid unacceptable delays.
Additional Notes
The solicitation for the long-term follow-on acquisition was issued on a full and open competition basis. This bridge contract ensures continuity of essential services until the competitive award is finalized.