Bags of Cubed Ice

The U.S. Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing bagged, cubed ice in support of the Fort Bliss Subsistence Supply Management Office and other installation activities. The Government anticipates establishing a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with a potential ordering period of four years. The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, and transportation necessary to deliver cubed ice in accordance with the terms and conditions of subsequent orders made against the BPA. Key requirements include: • Product: Cubed ice, packaged in 16 lbs or 20 lbs bags • Estimated Annual Quantity: Approximately 530,000 lbs • Total BPA Estimate: The total value for the potential four-year BPA shall not exceed an estimated 2,600,000 lbs of cubed ice • Place of Delivery: Fort Bliss Subsistence Supply Management Office, Fort Bliss, TX; Fort Bliss, TX Training Areas to include McGregor Training Area Complex; and/or specific building and address to be provided in the solicitation • Delivery Schedule: Deliveries are expected within 1-5 business days after receipt of an order • Delivery Vehicles: The contractor shall deliver ice in clean, refrigerated vehicles equipped to protect the product against contamination