UGR-E Components
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, Subsistence Directorate, Operational Rations, Group Rations intends to solicit a Request for Proposal (RFP) for UGR-E Components under Solicitation SPE3S1-25-R-0010. This acquisition is Unrestricted for Full and Open competition and will result in a 3-Year Tiered Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Proposals are due June 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks components for the Unitized Group Ration - Express (UGR-E) program, which provides complete meals for 18 individuals, featuring four breakfast and eight lunch/dinner menus. The UGR-E consists of a single box containing a heating module, polymeric trays, beverages, food components, serving utensils, disposable meal trays, and other specified components.
The specific components required for this solicitation include:
- TORTILLA FLOUR 2/PKG (9/Bag); PCR-T-008B, Flavor 1, Type I
- JALAPENO CASHEWS (Bag of 18); A-A-20164E, Type VI, Size 2, Style C
- CHOCOLATE DISKS, PAN COATED 9/BG; A-A-20177F, Type IV, Style A, Flavor 1
- PEANUT BUTTER PAN COATED 9/BG; A-A-20177F, Type IV, Style A, Flavor 4
- COFFEE, INSTANT 18/BG; A-A-20184C, Type III, Style A, Pack 2
- HAND CLEANER TOWELETTE 18/BG; A-A-461C, Type I, Style 2, Packaging a
- CHOC PROTEIN DRINK POWDER 9/BG; PCR-C-082B, Flavor 1
- GRANOLA, W/MILK & BLUEBERRIES 9/BG; PCR-G-003A, Type I
- BEV BASE POUCH, FRUIT PUNCH 9/BG; PCR-B-055, form b, Design B, Flavor 1
- BEV BASE POUCH, GRAPE 9/BG; PCR-B-055, form b, Design B, Flavor 2
- BEV BASE POUCH, LEMON-LIME 9/BG; PCR-B-055, form b, Design B, Flavor 3
- BEV BASE POUCH, ORANGE 9/BG; A-A-20098F, Design D, Type III, Flavor 1, Formulation h
Technical specifications are available at the provided DLA links.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: 3-Year Tiered Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Pricing: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Full and Open Competition)
- Delivery: FOB Destination to Depot Tracy, CA
- Inspection/Acceptance: Inspection at Origin, Acceptance at Destination
- Proposal Due: June 22, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: June 15, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection method. Product Demonstration Models are required as part of the proposal submission.
Additional Notes
All responsible parties are invited to submit a proposal. Interested parties should immediately contact the Contracting Officer listed in this notice.