MORE_RFI.docx

This is a Request for Information (RFI). DLA Troop Support's Operational Rations Program Office is interested in your comments regarding the Modular Operational Ration Enhancement (MORE), which serves as a ration enhancement. The MORE is specialized for hot weather areas (HOT MORE) or colder areas and/or higher altitudes (COLD MORE). The MORE provides additional calories and nutrients to the Warfighters serving in areas where a quicker depletion of nutrients may occur.

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 RFI, nor will the Government compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing the information provided to the Government. This RFI does not constitute a commitment from the Government and any information provided in response to this RFI 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 RFI is to conduct Market Research.

The current technical specification for the Performance Readiness Bar can be found at:

https://www.dla.mil/TroopSupport/Subsistence/Operationalrations/more/moreacr.aspx

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. Has your organization previously performed on any Government contract(s)?

6. Will you firm be able to provide both the HOT MORE and COLD MORE?

7. Are the materials for the MORE different from your normal production?

8. What are your capabilities for storing and delivering the MORE

9. The required delivery date for all orders are 60 calendar days from the receipt of order. Orders may range from 10,000 cases to 20,000 cases; can your firm meet this schedule?

10. Are there any location limitations in meeting this delivery schedule?

Additional Comments/Concerns:

We encourage and appreciate your participation. Please respond via e-mail to matthew.conroy@dla.mil.