Bid guide
How to bid on the Manufacturing Pricing Agreement (MPA) Program with DLA
What the DLA is buying and why it matters to you
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking information from food manufacturers interested in participating in its Manufacturing Pricing Agreement (MPA) Program. This program allows manufacturers to set direct prices for products supplied to military customers globally, through DLA's Prime Vendor partners.
Participating in the MPA program means your company could establish direct pricing agreements with the government for your food products. This is a key way to ensure fair and reasonable pricing for the U.S. Government and could open up a significant market for your goods, even if you are not currently selling to the government.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on February 12, 2026. Your response must be submitted by February 11, 2031, at 3:00 PM ET.
This is a market research notice, not a commitment from the government to buy. The DLA will use the information you provide to understand the market and identify potential participants for the MPA Program. They will not pay for your response or for any costs you incur in preparing it.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is for food manufacturers. The DLA is looking for firms that can manufacture specific product categories and have the capability to provide commercial product specifications and labels.
It is particularly suited for companies that can comply with a 'most favored customer' pricing policy, meaning prices offered to DLA are equal to or less than prices offered to like or similar commercial customers. Firms with the administrative and technical capability to submit monthly pricing spreadsheets electronically will also be well-suited.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond, you need to submit your information via email to [email protected]. The subject line of your email must be: 'Response to Sources Sought Notice for MPA Program - [Your Company Name]'.
The RFI asks for specific details including your company information (name, address, website, point of contact, CAGE Code, UEI, business size, NAICS codes), manufacturing and business capabilities (product categories, major customers, ability to provide product specifications and labels), and MPA program specifics (preferred pricing model, compliance with pricing policy, NAPA program participation, technical capability for monthly reporting). You should also list any current pricing agreements with DLA or other U.S. Government agencies and provide any additional comments or questions.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all the requested information and ensure your response is complete and accurate. Since this is an RFI, the DLA is gathering information, so provide clear and concise answers to each question.
Highlight your company's manufacturing capabilities and experience with relevant product categories. Clearly state how your pricing structure aligns with the MPA program's models and confirm your ability to comply with the 'most favored customer' pricing policy. Emphasize your technical capacity for monthly electronic reporting, as this is a program requirement.
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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