Perishable Subsistence Items (Groceries) for Dredge Crew on Upper Mississippi River (May - Dec 2026)
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – St. Paul District is seeking a Contractor to supply Perishable Subsistence Items (Groceries) to the Dredge Goetz Fleet at various points on the Upper Mississippi River. This requirement covers the 2026 Dredging Season (May 1 – December 31, 2026) and is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 311991.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide weekly deliveries of perishable subsistence items, including fresh fruit, seasonal vegetables, fresh dairy and eggs, and fresh baked goods. The requirement involves approximately 850 items listed on Attachment 1 - Schedule of Food Items. Deliveries will occur Monday through Friday, 0800-1700, to specified sites (Attachment 2), with Goetz crew assistance for unloading. The initial order around May 1 will be substantial to stock the pantry and freezers for the season. A new feature for 2026 is that prices for weekly orders will be adjusted based on Index Pricing due to food price volatility.
Contract Details
- Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – St. Paul District (DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE ARMY)
- Product Service Code: 8970 (Composite Food Packages)
- NAICS: 311991 (All Other Food Manufacturing)
- SBA Size Standard: 700 employees
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
Submission Information
Offerors will be required to provide pricing for all approximately 850 items. All documents must be submitted using the PIEE Module.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact John Riederer at John.P.Riederer@usace.army.mil or 651-290-5614.