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This is a Sources Sought Notice (RFI) for potential qualified sources capable of providing various types of fresh bread products to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Greater Los Angeles, Long Beach, San Diego, and Loma Linda Healthcare Systems. The VA is seeking to establish a single-award firm-fixed-price indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract for a base period with four option years. The contract will involve placing orders via email, telephone, or fax, with at least two business days' notice prior to anticipated delivery. Quantities listed are estimates only. Deliveries must comply with federal laws and regulations, including the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and meet specific quality, freshness, and packaging standards. The contractor must obtain necessary business licenses and certifications. Invoices must be submitted on an order basis. Responses to this RFI should include a capabilities statement, feedback on requirements, business size status, and information regarding lead time, estimated life span, FDA clearance, and any existing federal contracts. Responses are due by Wednesday, April 7, 2026, 10 AM Pacific Local Time, via email to hestia. sim@va. gov.
The bid notice states that orders shall be placed by email, telephone, or in writing via fax, as mutually agreed upon between the facility point of contact (POC) and contractor at least two business days prior to the anticipated delivery date. Orders shall be placed by email, telephone, or in writing via fax, as mutually agreed upon between the facility point of contact poc and contractor at least two business days prior to the anticipated delivery date.
The bid notice states that no advanced payments will be authorized and the contractor shall submit invoices on each order basis. No advanced payments will be authorized. The contractor shall submit invoices on each order basis.
The bid notice states that the contractor shall obtain a business license, a food handler's certificate for all employees, a seller's permit, and a certificate of occupancy required to perform work stated under this statement of work. Contractor shall obtain a business license, a food handler's certificate for all employees, a seller's permit, and a certificate of occupancy required to perform work stated under this statement of work.
The bid notice states that failure to comply with provisions regarding packaging, packing, and labeling shall be considered grounds for default of the contract. Failure to comply with this provision shall be considered grounds for default of the contract.
