MREs for JRSOI Training held in October 2025 in support of Operation Lone Star.

The State of Texas has awarded a contract (26-00389) to The Travis Association for the Blind for Meals Ready to Eat (MREs) in support of Operation Lone Star's Joint Reception, Staging, Onward Movement, and Integration (JRSOI) Training scheduled for October 2025. The contract encompasses multiple United Nations Standard Products and Services Code (UNSPSC) categories, including Ready-to-use Food (RUTF), dried fish, ready-to-use supplementary food, ready-to-use therapeutic food, and prepared side dishes.

The procurement aligns with National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) code 39306, specifically for combination meals and shelf-stable, ready-to-eat prepared meals. While specific contract financial details such as annual value, total contract amount, and cumulative value were not disclosed in the provided documentation, the contract is focused on providing nutritional provisions for a military training operation within the state of Texas. The award date is recorded as October 17, 2025, coinciding with the planned training period.