Jalapeno Cashews (Halves) and Toaster Pastry Snack Mix
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, Subsistence Directorate, Operational Rations, Group Rations intends to solicit a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Jalapeno Cashew Halves and Toaster Pastry Snack Mix. These items are required for the Unitized Group Ration – H&S & UGR-M programs. This acquisition is Unrestricted for Full and Open competition, with a HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference. The contract will be a 3-year Tiered Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Firm Fixed-Price terms. Product Demonstration Models (PDMs) are required.
Scope of Work
This presolicitation covers the procurement of two key items:
- CLIN 0001: JALAPENO CASHEW HALVES (SPLITS) (NSN: 8925-01-675-9077). Specification: CID A-A-20164E, TYPE III, Size 2, Style C. For Unitized Group Rations only.
- CLIN 0002: TOASTER PASTRY CHOC CHIP, FROSTED (NSN: 8920-01-675-9070). Specification: CID A-A-20211C, TYPE 1, STYLE B, FLAVOR 12, FORTIFICATION B, SHAPE I, SERVINGS (A) PACKAGE C, GRAIN COMP (1), AND FROSTING OPTION C. For Unitized Group Rations only.
Delivery shall be FOB Destination to Depot Tracy, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: 3-Year Tiered Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Pricing Agreement: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted with HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference
- Response Date: March 18, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published Date: March 3, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection method. All responsible parties may submit a proposal. Product Demonstration Models are a mandatory requirement.
Additional Notes
Inspection will occur at the origin, with acceptance at the destination. Interested parties are advised to immediately contact the Contracting Officer, Julian Apelstin, at Julian.Apelstin@dla.mil, for further information.