IBEX Industry Capability and Capacity Determination Support for Market Indices

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is procuring market research support through its Industrial Base Extension (IBex) Program to develop comprehensive capability and capacity determination reports on fresh fruit and vegetables in five Central American and South American countries: El Salvador, Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico, and Panama. The primary objective is to gather in-depth pricing information for over 40 specific produce items in both US dollars and local currencies, along with detailed vendor capacity data including storage facilities, refrigeration capabilities, and large-scale delivery experience for operations supporting 250-1,100 people. Key requirements include identifying a minimum of five vendors per country capable of supporting substantial purchases, obtaining country-specific information on market availability and seasonal trends, and providing pricing projections for one to five years. The initial deliverable is due within 30 days of contract award, with subsequent quarterly updates required throughout a one-year performance period. The deadline for submission of quotations has been extended to January 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST.

This solicitation does not utilize any set-aside designation and no incumbent contractor information is provided. The contracting file does not disclose a specific award value or budget range for this market research effort. Performance will be executed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with the deliverables consisting of quarterly market research reports detailing vendor information, pricing data, capacity assessments, and market analysis for the designated countries. The contract includes provisions for two potential updates to the item and country list through bilateral modification, allowing flexibility to adjust research scope during execution. This market research initiative is classified under NAICS code 541614 (Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services) and PSC code B599 (Special Studies/Analysis-Other).