Dairy Services

Southwest Key Programs (SWK), a national nonprofit organization, is conducting a Request for Proposal (RFP) #083023 for primary dairy vendors to supply commercial dairy products and related services to its twenty-nine shelters across multiple states. The procurement is specifically focused on obtaining dairy suppliers for the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), with a strong emphasis on domestic products compliant with the Federal Buy American Act. Vendors must possess at least five years of dairy service experience, demonstrate consistent inventory management, and provide comprehensive ordering and delivery capabilities. Key requirements include maintaining strict nutritional and quality standards, offering detailed pricing sheets, and providing product specifications. The proposal submission deadline was originally set for September 12th, 2023, at 5:00 PM CST, but was subsequently extended to September 20th, 2023, through Addendum 1. The anticipated contract period spans from December 2023 to December 2024, with potential options to extend for up to two additional fiscal years.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. SWK serves immigrant children's shelters, youth and family services, and workforce solutions programs, indicating a mission-driven approach to procurement. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the procurement suggests a comprehensive dairy product supply contract covering multiple locations. The organization requires vendors to comply with federal regulations, including providing nutrition labels, maintaining product quality, and offering responsive customer service. Vendors must submit comprehensive proposals demonstrating their ability to meet SWK's nutritional and operational requirements. The solicitation appears to be open to dairy suppliers who can meet the outlined qualifications and serve SWK's nationwide network of facilities. No information about incumbent vendors or existing technology integration was explicitly provided in the procurement documents.