8920--Bread Delivery | Base Plus 4 Option Years
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257) · Response deadline: Fri, 13 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring bread delivery services under a contract structure spanning one base year plus four option years. This is a recurring food supply contract supporting VA operations in the Dallas area.
NAICS code 311812 designates Commercial Bakery Manufacturing, which covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing fresh and frozen breads, rolls, and other bakery products. In federal contracting, this classification typically encompasses both the production and delivery of baked goods rather than retail bakery operations.
Classification code 8920—"Foods: Preparation and Serving" in the Federal Supply Classification system—confirms this is a food service supply contract. Such agreements generally require reliable, scheduled delivery of perishable products meeting federal food safety standards, with vendors often needing commercial delivery vehicles, temperature-controlled storage capabilities, and the operational capacity to fulfill recurring orders across multiple delivery points.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 17 (36C257) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C25727Q0073 |
| NAICS | 311812 |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) |
| Response deadline | November 13, 2026, 10:00 AM CT |
| Place of performance | Dallas, TX |
Who can bid
This opportunity is strictly limited to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) verified through the Veterans First Contracting Program under FAR 19.14.
To qualify, your business must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have management and daily business operations controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have its highest officer be a service-disabled veteran
- Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 311812 (500 employees for this code)
- Hold active SAM.gov registration and VIP (Veteran Verification) certification through the VA's Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) process
Sole-source SDVOSB awards are permitted under certain dollar thresholds;因为你的 this is a set-aside solicitation, competition is restricted to eligible SDVOSBs only.
How to put together a competitive bid
For food delivery contracts, VA evaluators typically emphasize reliability, food safety compliance, and past performance. Structure your proposal around these elements:
Technical approach: Detail your delivery infrastructure—vehicle fleet, route optimization, backup plans for equipment failure or supply disruption. Specify how you'll maintain product quality and temperature control from bakery to delivery point.
Food safety documentation: See the solicitation for required certifications, which may include FDA registration, state health permits, HACCP plans, or SQF/ BRC certifications common in commercial baking.
Past performance: Prepare references from comparable institutional food delivery contracts (hospitals, schools, government facilities, or large corporate accounts). Quantify delivery volumes, contract durations, and performance ratings if available.
Pricing strategy: With a base-plus-four-option structure, understand how option-year pricing will be evaluated. Government buyers often assess total evaluated price; ensure your year-one and out-year pricing are sustainable and competitive.
Personnel and capacity: Demonstrate your ability to scale operations if the VA exercises all option years. Identify key personnel and their relevant experience.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C25727Q0073. The Combined Synopsis/Solicitation format means the notice contains both the requirement summary and the actual solicitation documents for response.
Note the deadline carefully: November 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time. SAM.gov timestamps responses upon receipt—do not rely on last-minute submission.
Confirm your VIP/SDVOSB verification is current through the VA's verification process, as this eligibility is mandatory for award. If not yet verified, begin the application immediately; processing can take 60+ days.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →