Sources Sought MCW.docx

This is a Sources Sought Notice. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Philadelphia, Operational Rations Program Office is interested in your feedback regarding the Meal, Cold Weather (MCW) Ration. DLA Troop Support continually evaluates the current industrial base, acquisition approaches, supply chain management alternatives and industry interest in this program. The Meal, Cold Weather is intended for cold weather feeding as it will not freeze and supplies extra drink mixes for countering dehydration during cold weather activities. It can be issued at three per day for a complete cold weather ration. The entrée included in the MCW is a freeze-dried, vacuum-packed ration.

This is not a solicitation for proposals, and there is no solicitation available at this time. The Government will not pay for any information received in response to this notification, nor will the Government compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing the information provided to the Government. This notification does not constitute a commitment from the Government, and any information provided in response to this notification will be used for informational purposes only. Any proprietary information submitted will be protected if appropriately marked. Vendor participation is not a promise for future business with the Government. The sole purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to conduct Market Research.

Please respond to the following:

1. Provide a brief description of your company (name, address, type of business; CAGE Code if applicable).

2. Business Size: Large_____ Small______ Number of Employees:_____

3. Primary point of contact’s phone number and email address.

4. Secondary point of contact (if any).

5. Market Research indicates your business has previously offered or performed on prior Meal, Cold Weather contracts. Would you be interested in offering on the upcoming reconfigured 12 menu MCW solicitation?

6. Are the materials for Meal, Cold Weather different from your normal production?

7. Considering the increase in prices, market volatility, supply chain disruptions are there any concerns that your capabilities for producing, assembling, and shipping the MCW Ration? How has your business been affected over the last couple years and what factors will affect this MCW procurement?

Additional Comments/Concerns:

We encourage and appreciate your participation. Please respond via e-mail to Michael.Olsakowski@dla.mil and Tiendung.nguyen@dla.mil.