Request for Information (RFI) for Fresh Bread & Bakery Products support for DLA Troop Support to military customers in the Florida Zone.
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 is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for fresh bread and bakery products to support military customers in the South Florida Zone, specifically the Krome Processing Center in Miami, FL. This market research aims to gather feedback for a future Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a proposed 3-year ordering period (September 1, 2026, to September 1, 2029) and an estimated maximum value of $2,754,000.00. Responses are due by May 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The future contract will require suppliers to provide fresh bread and bakery products that meet specific freshness requirements, including mold inhibitors and appropriate temperature maintenance. Offerors will be required to propose on all items in the market basket for each group they offer. A critical requirement for vendors is the ability to use the Subsistence Total Order & Receipt Electronic System (STORES) for cataloging, invoicing, and ordering, which utilizes Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) transactions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) for market research, anticipating a future Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC).
- Proposed Contract Period: September 1, 2026, to September 1, 2029 (36 months).
- Estimated Maximum Value: $2,754,000.00.
- Set-Aside: Not specified (market research stage).
- Response Due: May 20, 2026.
- Published: May 7, 2026.
Purpose of RFI
The sole purpose of this RFI is to conduct market research to assist DLA Troop Support in crafting an appropriate solicitation. The survey questions cover interest in providing the contract, ability to service specific customers (Krome Processing Center), minimum delivery requirements, manufacturing capabilities, past federal experience, SAM.gov/DIBBS registration, business size (Small or Large), feedback on zone feasibility, potential subcontracting needs, and company capabilities regarding the STORES system.
Submission Details
Interested parties must complete and email the PDF file titled "Market Research Survey-South FL Bread" to Jaisen E. Tobin (jaisen.e.tobin@dla.mil) and Amy N. Paradis (amy.paradis@dla.mil).
Additional Notes
This RFI does not constitute a commitment from the Government, and responses will be used for informational purposes only. Proprietary information will be protected if appropriately marked. Attachments include a detailed list of items (Attachment 1) and specific delivery points (Attachment 2), which are crucial for understanding product specifications and logistical requirements. Vendors must have internet access and comply with inspections/audits.