Pre-Solicitation Notice - SPE3S1-26-R-0005 - Rations National Contract (RNC) Bakery Items for MRE Assembly
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 a Pre-Solicitation Notice for the Rations National Contract (RNC) Bakery Items required for Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE) assembly. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The official solicitation, SPE3S1-26-R-0005, is expected to be published soon, with an anticipated response date of February 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition focuses on securing the bakery components specifically utilized in the MRE program. These components are integral to the assembly of MREs, which are critical for military rations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-Solicitation Notice (Solicitation SPE3S1-26-R-0005 to follow)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Applicable NAICS Codes:
- 311821 - Cookie and Cracker Manufacturing
- 311812 - Commercial Bakeries
- 311830 - Tortilla Manufacturing
- Anticipated Solicitation Response Date: February 19, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published Date: January 20, 2026
- Issuing Office: DLA Troop Support, Philadelphia, PA
Evaluation
Specific evaluation criteria will be detailed in the forthcoming solicitation. This pre-solicitation serves as an industry notice.
Additional Notes
This notice informs industry that the solicitation for Rations National Contract (RNC) Bakery Components will be published in the near future. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for the official solicitation release. For inquiries, contact Melanie Ledoux at melanie.ledoux@DLA.MIL or Tiendung Nguyen at tiendung.nguyen@dla.mil.