MODULAR OPERATIONAL RATION ENHANCEMENT (MORE)
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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 is soliciting proposals for Modular Operational Ration Enhancement (MORE) components, specifically "COLD MORE" and "HOT MORE" rations, through an Indefinite-Quantity Contract (IQC). This is an unrestricted solicitation aimed at providing performance-enhancing food packets for Warfighters. Proposals are due February 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
This opportunity seeks to procure specialized food packets designed to enhance Warfighter performance in extreme operational environments and during high-intensity missions. The scope includes the manufacture and delivery of Type I (High Altitude/Cold Weather) and Type II (Hot Weather) MORE packets. Requirements cover detailed component lists, assembly, packaging, labeling, and adherence to stringent quality assurance, sanitation, food defense, and nutritional specifications. A "MORE Component Spreadsheet.xlsx" provides specific item descriptions and pricing tiers.
Contract Details
- Type: Indefinite-Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: Five (5) consecutive 365-day tiered delivery periods.
- Estimated Annual Quantities: COLD MORE - 4,000 EA; HOT MORE - 20,000 EA.
- IQC Minimums: COLD MORE - 4,000 EA; HOT MORE - 20,000 EA.
- IQC Maximums: COLD MORE - 50,000 EA; HOT MORE - 250,000 EA (over 5 tiers).
- Delivery: F.O.B. Destination, within 60 days of delivery order issuance.
- NAICS Code: 311422 (Size Standard: 1,400 employees).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: February 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Via email to Julian Coppertino (Julian.Coppertino@dla.mil) and Tiendung Nguyen (tiendung.nguyen@dla.mil). Individual attachments must not exceed 5MB, and total email size must not exceed 10MB. Offerors are responsible for confirming receipt.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Both technical and business/price proposals will be evaluated.
- Product Demonstration Models (PDMs): PDMs are critical for evaluation. Offerors must submit a completed case PDM for each National Stock Number (NSN) or line item, including all three menus, certification of minimum nutritional requirements, ingredient lists, and source of shelf-life extension materials. Specific shipping instructions for PDMs are provided.
Key Amendments & Notes
The solicitation has undergone several amendments. The latest amendment extends the proposal deadline to February 13, 2026. Other significant changes include the authorization of Mocha Energy Gel as a substitute for Raspberry Energy Gel, revised order limitations (minimum 10,000 cases each), and new requirements regarding the use of peanuts and tree nuts. Microbiological requirements for First Strike Bars have been disregarded. Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.