PolyTray Entrée Items
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 Philadelphia Operational Rations Program Office has issued a Sources Sought notice for PolyTray Entrée Items. This market research aims to identify potential sources for components used in the Unitized Group Ration-Heat & Serve (UGR-H&S) and Unitized Group Ration – Express (UGR-E) military rations. The required shelf life for these items is a minimum of 36 months at 80°F. Responses are due by March 23, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This notice is for market research only, not a solicitation. DLA is evaluating the industrial base, potential acquisition approaches, and industry interest, particularly regarding the ability to meet increased quantities and accelerated delivery requirements (surge and sustainment). The PolyTray Entrée Items are considered commercial items, though modifications may be needed to meet agency needs.
Information Requested from Vendors
Interested vendors are requested to provide:
- Company description (name, address, business type, CAGE Code if applicable).
- Business size (Large/Small) and number of employees.
- Primary and secondary points of contact (phone and email).
- Previous experience producing, packaging, and/or delivering Polytray Entrée Items or similar items (government and/or commercial).
- Any limitations in meeting the required 90-day delivery schedule from receipt of order to DLA Distribution San Joaquin, Tracy CA.
- Interest in supplying specific Polytray Entrée Items from the provided list (including NSN and Performance-Based Contract Requirement).
- Whether materials for Polytray Entrée Items differ from normal production.
- Capabilities for storing and delivering the listed items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code: 8940 - Special Dietary Foods And Food Specialty Preparations
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET
- Published: March 5, 2026
- Delivery Requirement: 90 calendar days from receipt of order to DLA Distribution San Joaquin, Tracy CA.
Response Instructions
Responses must be submitted via email to Robert.Ferry@dla.mil and Thomas.Haley@dla.mil.