Bid guide
How to bid on Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Support for DLA Troop Support
What DLA Troop Support is buying and why it matters
DLA Troop Support is seeking a contractor to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to various customers in Mississippi. These customers include military installations, USDA schools, and Indian Tribal Organizations. This is an indefinite quantity contract, meaning the exact amounts will vary based on customer needs.
The contract has a potential duration of five years and an estimated maximum value of $49.875 million. This represents a significant opportunity for a produce supplier to establish a long-term relationship with government customers in the region.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 29, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. It is crucial to submit your proposal on time, as late submissions may not be considered.
At the deadline, DLA Troop Support will begin evaluating the submitted proposals. The evaluation method for this procurement is Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). This means that proposals will first be assessed for technical acceptability, and then the contract will be awarded to the technically acceptable offeror with the lowest price.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for experienced produce suppliers with the capacity to deliver fresh fruits and vegetables across Mississippi. Since this is an unrestricted opportunity, businesses of all sizes can bid.
Bidders must possess a current Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) license and provide acceptable food safety audit documentation. This includes a valid USDA Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Plus + Standard audit (with warehouse and food defense addenda) and/or a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) audit, or an equivalent independent third-party certification.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation, click the "View original source" link on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
Once you have accessed the solicitation, carefully review all requirements, terms, and conditions. Prepare your proposal to address all aspects, including technical acceptability criteria and pricing for all items in the Market Basket across all contract tiers.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Given the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, ensuring your proposal is technically acceptable is paramount. Carefully review all technical requirements, especially those related to the PACA license and food safety audits. Any exceptions to the solicitation's terms and conditions or failure to comply with submission requirements could lead to your proposal being deemed technically unacceptable.
For the pricing component, ensure you provide pricing for all items in the Market Basket for all specified groups and tiers. Failure to do so may result in your proposal being removed from consideration. Since price is the deciding factor among technically acceptable offers, strive to offer your most competitive pricing while still meeting all quality and delivery standards.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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