How to respond to DLA’s Ohio Zone fresh produce RFI

What DLA is researching

The Defense Logistics Agency is gathering market research feedback on supplying fresh fruits and vegetables to Department of War troop and USDA school customers in the Ohio zone. The request covers produce market baskets and delivery schedules for Groups 1 and 2.

This is an RFI, not a bid solicitation. DLA says there is no solicitation available now; the feedback is intended to help the agency prepare a future solicitation. Responding does not commit the government to a purchase, and respondents will not be paid for their information or the cost of preparing it.

Deadline and what it means

The survey response is due by 3:00 p.m. Eastern on October 30, 2026. The RFI gives this as the response deadline; it does not describe a bid opening or award at that time.

Who this opportunity may suit

This market research may be useful to produce suppliers and other businesses with relevant experience serving military or school customers. The requested feedback concerns the Ohio zone market baskets and delivery schedules for Groups 1 and 2.

How to access and respond

Open the opportunity through “View original source.” If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click the link again to go to the opportunity. A free account may be needed to view documents, though some opportunities do not require one.

Review Attachment 1 for the Groups 1 and 2 market basket and Attachment 3 for their delivery schedule. Fill out the Market Research Survey and email it to [email protected] and [email protected]. The RFI says to contact the listed points of contact with questions.

Prepare a useful response

Read the market basket and delivery schedule before completing the survey. Base your feedback on what your business can actually supply and support, and make any assumptions or limitations clear.

Check that the survey is complete and that your response addresses both the relevant products and delivery schedule. Allow time to send it before the deadline and keep a copy of what you submit.