RFI Market Research for FF&V In Costa Rica
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 market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for Fresh Fruit and Vegetables (FF&V) in Costa Rica. This RFI aims to identify vendors capable of supporting U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Navy Ships in Puerto Limon and Golfito, Costa Rica. The estimated annual sales for this potential contract are $125,000, with a maximum contract value of $250,000. Responses are due by March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This RFI seeks information on vendor capabilities to provide Prime Vendor support for FF&V, including:
- Sourcing food items.
- Receiving and consolidating materials.
- Warehousing and inventory management.
- Transportation capabilities.
- Ability to accept electronic customer orders and provide delivery.
- Ability to maintain a quality assurance program.
- Specific interest in bottled water products (commercial catalog, specification sheets, LSNs, etc.).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Market Research (Presolicitation)
- Estimated Value: $125,000 annually, with a maximum contract value of $250,000.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: March 9, 2026
- Published: February 27, 2026
Information Requested
Respondents are asked to address questions regarding:
- Operational capacity for the estimated sales.
- Business size (large or small, defined as <500 employees).
- Type of business (e.g., logistics, food distribution) and major customers.
- Applicable NAICS identifier.
- Existence and use of current facilities.
- Ability to provide Prime Vendor support in Puerto Limon and Golfito.
- Potential concerns regarding FF&V supply in the specified areas.
- Company CAGE code.
- Access to DLA Troop Support – Subsistence Total Order and Receipt Electronic System (STORES) and willingness to obtain access.
- Ability to display pricing in a "Product price + Distribution price = Final price" format.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment from the Government. The Government will not pay for any information received. Proprietary information will be protected if appropriately marked. Vendor participation does not guarantee future business.