8910--Milk and Dairy

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 (VISN 22) is soliciting quotes for milk and dairy products through Request for Quote 36C26226Q0062. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of dairy items including various milk types (whole, low-fat, non-fat, and chocolate milk), cottage cheese, yogurt, ice cream cups, sherbets, and alternative milk beverages to support VA healthcare systems. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items utilizing streamlined procedures under Federal Acquisition Regulation subpart 12.6. The evaluation will be conducted using lowest price technically acceptable methodology, ensuring that quoted suppliers meet strict quality requirements including U.S. Public Health Service Grade A rating and compliance with federal food safety regulations. Quotes must be submitted by November 17, 2025, at 7:00 am PST, with inquiries directed electronically to Anthony.DelaCruz@va.gov, referencing solicitation number 36C26226Q0062 in the subject line.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, requiring all responding contractors to meet small business criteria. The contract is structured as an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement with a one-year base period commencing December 1, 2025, and extending through November 30, 2030, with four additional one-year option periods. The solicitation encompasses 49 line items per period covering products with varying quantities across four VA medical facilities: Greater Los Angeles, San Diego, Long Beach, and Loma Linda. Projected quantities for specific items range from dozens to over 110,000 units annually, with incremental increases anticipated throughout the option years. Delivery requirements mandate 2-6 times weekly service to each facility during specified morning time windows, with all performance taking place at the four identified Los Angeles-area VA medical centers.