Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Maryland Health Care System, is seeking a contractor to provide bread and bakery products for a period of one year, from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. The contractor will be required to deliver products to three sites: Baltimore VA Medical Center, Loch Raven VA Medical Center, and Perry Point VA Medical Center. The contractor must provide a variety of bread and bakery products, including potato sandwich rolls, whole wheat dinner rolls, hamburger rolls, and bread. The contractor must also comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including those related to food safety and handling. The contractor will be paid on a monthly basis, and the payment terms will be based on the Prompt Payment Act.
Some key requirements for the contractor include:
• Providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to produce and deliver bread and bakery products
• Delivering products to the specified sites, with a minimum of two deliveries per week
• Providing a packing list with each shipment, including the contractor's name and address, the VA purchase order number, and the items shipped
• Complying with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to food safety and handling
• Providing certification that the products meet the specified characteristics and requirements
• Notifying the Contracting Officer of any changes or issues with the contract
The contractor will be selected based on the best value to the government, considering factors such as price, quality, and past performance.