Request for Information (RFI) for Fresh Milk & Dairy Products for Troop customers in New Jersey and New York

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 1 - List of items.xlsx", provides a detailed list of food items, specifically dairy products and related items, that are likely required for the opportunity. It is intended for bidders to understand the specific products and quantities (indicated by UOM - Unit of Measure) that will need to be supplied.

This attachment is divided into two sheets: "Group 1 List of Items" and "Group 2 List of items". Both sheets contain a "LINE #", "ITEM DESCRIPTION", and "UOM". The items listed include various types of milk (whole, low fat, reduced fat, nonfat, lactose-free, chocolate, soy), eggnog, yogurt (various flavors and sizes), and cottage cheese. Units of measure include "CO" (likely case or container) and "BX" (box).

This list is crucial for bidders to accurately assess the scope of the requirement, prepare precise pricing, and determine their capacity to supply the specified items. It directly informs the product catalog and potential fulfillment strategy for any vendor responding to this opportunity.

Market Research Survey

This document is a market research survey conducted by the Government to explore potential long-term contracts for the supply of fresh Milk and Dairy Products to military customers in the New Jersey and New York Zone. The survey aims to gather feedback from potential vendors to inform future solicitations.

• Procurement Focus: Fresh Milk and Dairy Products.
• Customer Locations: McGuire AFB, Fort Dix, Edison, JCC, NWS Earle within the New Jersey/New York Zone.
• Potential Contract Duration: 36 months or 60 months.
• Estimated Maximum Values: $533,231.86 for 36 months; $888,719.76 for 60 months.

The survey asks vendors to consider:

• Willingness to bid on a 3-year or 5-year contract.

• Capability to service all specified customers.

• Preference for contract duration.

• Minimum dollar delivery requirements.

• Manufacturing capabilities for a full line of milk and dairy products.

• Past experience with the Federal Government.

• Registration status in SAM.gov and PACA license.

• Registration on Federal Business Opportunities website and DLA DIBBS.

• Business size (Small or Large).

• Feedback on the feasibility and limitations of the proposed zone.

• Potential subcontracting needs and areas.

• Suggestions for modifying the requirement to encourage vendor participation.

• Feasibility of contract length with commercial practices.

• Corporate responsibility plans and efforts to promote small business opportunities.

• Barriers to subcontracting and potential business practices for small business subcontracting.

• Other barriers to doing business with DLA Troop Support.

• Contact Persons: Kasey McConnell-Rosinski (Kasey.Mcconnell-Rosinski@dla.mil) and Linda Saunders (Linda.Saunders@dla.mil).

• Response Deadline: April 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

• Submission Method: E-mail responses and feedback to the contact persons listed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 2 - Customer List.xlsx", provides a list of customer locations and associated points of contact. It is intended to inform potential bidders about the entities and facilities that may be relevant to the opportunity.

• New Jersey Customer List: Details customers located in New Jersey, including ordering points, ship-to information, customer names and facilities, addresses, and delivery instructions. Specific entities include military bases (e.g., McGuire AFB, Ft Dix), Air Force Reserves, and Navy vessels.
• New York Troops Customer list: Details customers located in New York, including similar information as the New Jersey list. This includes Coast Guard sectors and Navy vessels.
• Contact Information: For many entries, contact names, phone numbers, and email addresses are provided for delivery instructions or further inquiries.

This list helps bidders understand the potential scope of delivery and identify key contacts for logistical or operational planning related to this opportunity. It may indicate the geographic areas and types of facilities where services or products will be utilized.