Request for Information (RFI) for Fresh Milk & Dairy Products support for DLA Troop Support to military customers in the Southern California 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 has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to conduct market research for Fresh Milk & Dairy Products support to military customers in the Southern California Zone. This RFI aims to gather industry feedback to inform a future Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC). Responses are due by February 02, 2026.
Purpose
This RFI is for market research purposes only, seeking comments and feedback from potential suppliers regarding the Agency's Fresh Milk and Dairy products program for Department of Defense (DoD) troops. There is no solicitation available at this time, and the government will not pay for information received. The sole purpose is to assist DLA Troop Support in crafting an appropriate solicitation in the future.
Scope of Work
The Agency intends to issue a solicitation for one (1) IQC per group to supply Fresh Milk & Dairy Products to military customers in the Southern California Area. Customers are divided into three groups: DoD Troops (Ships), DoD Troops (Land), and DoD Troops (Ice Cream). Key requirements include maintaining product freshness and the capability for same-day emergency deliveries, emphasizing the importance of the offeror's proximity to delivery locations. Commercial standards for temperature maintenance are expected.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Future Contract Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Future Contract Duration: Three (3) years (two 18-month tiers), with potential for up to five (5) years based on RFI responses.
- Estimated Contract Value (3 Years): $2,605,000.00 (Maximum $7,808,000.00)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 02, 2026
- Published: January 28, 2026
- Place of Performance: San Diego, CA (Southern California Zone)
Key Documents
- ATTACHMENT 3 - MARKET RESEARCH SURVEY.pdf: This is the primary document for response, designed to gather vendor interest, service capabilities, preferred performance periods, minimum delivery requirements, manufacturing capabilities, past government contracting experience, and business size. It also requests feedback on zone layout feasibility and subcontracting.
- Attachment 1 Estimated Usage.xlsx: Provides estimated usage data for various dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt, ice cream, juice) over a three-year period, crucial for bidders to assess demand and logistics.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties are strongly encouraged to respond by completing and submitting the attached PDF file "Market Research Survey." Responses and feedback are requested via email to Gregory Barksdale (Gregory.Barksdale@dla.mil) and Colin Kendra (Colin.Kendra@dla.mil).
Additional Notes
This RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment from the Government. Any proprietary information submitted will be protected if appropriately marked. Responding to this RFI does not guarantee future business.