Description
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research (Sources‑Sought) for a contract to supply fresh milk, dairy products, and juice drinks to the Lyons VA Medical Center in New Jersey. The requirement covers regular deliveries (minimum two days per week, preferably Tuesday and Friday) of a variety of USDA‑grade dairy items (whole, 2% milk, skim, lactose‑free, chocolate, etc.) and juice beverages, with strict temperature, labeling, and freshness standards. Vendors must be able to deliver after 6:00 a.m. and finish by 3:30 p.m., remove empty crates and any damaged product the same day, and comply with federal food safety regulations. The anticipated period of performance is October 1 2026 through September 30 2027, with an estimated total spend of about $101 K. The VA is gathering capability statements, SAM registration details, and socio‑economic status information to assess set‑aside eligibility (SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), etc.). Responses are due by August 28 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern.
• Supply of fresh milk (2%, whole, skim, lactose‑free) and juice drinks to Lyons VA Medical Center.
• Minimum two deliveries per week; deliveries must meet USDA Grade 1 and FDA food‑code requirements.
• Vendor must provide capability statement, SAM Unique Entity ID, and socio‑economic certification.
• Estimated contract value ≈ $101 K for a 12‑month period.
• No solicitation yet; this is a sources‑sought (information‑only) effort.