The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence awarded an indefinite delivery contract to Usfi, Inc. to supply fresh fruits and vegetables to United States Department of Agriculture customers located in Montana. Task orders issued against this contract vehicle procure a range of produce items, including grapes, mangos, spinach, and salad mix. Delivery locations encompass all USDA schools and tribal reservations statewide. The prime vendor supplies products on an as-needed basis to support the food and logistical needs of the Subsistence directorate, which provisions the Department of Defense. Individual task orders range from $40 to over $23,000 and utilize firm fixed pricing, with periods of performance typically spanning one week or less. As the Defense Logistics Agency manages global defense supply chain operations, this contract enables fresh produce distribution to troops and government customers within the agency's area of responsibility.
The original solicitation sought market research to develop a produce contract serving USDA customers across Montana. Respondents were to provide pricing for an estimated 91 items meeting USDA Grade 1 standards. The contemplated agreement included a base year plus four option years not exceeding $18 million total. Delivery locations consisted of all USDA schools and tribal reservations in the state. Respondents were required to offer all items to be considered for the single award contract intended to fulfill full-line fresh produce requirements for this customer group.
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