Inactive Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

1. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being reque... 1. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 1.A. Project Title: Fresh Produce for VA San Diego Healthcare System 1.B. Project Location: VA San Diego Healthcare System, 3350 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA 92101. 1.C. Solicitation Type -Number: Request for Quotes (RFQ) -36C26224Q0322. 1.D. Set Aside: This solicitation is 100% set aside for Small Business Concerns IAW Public Law 109-461, 38 USC Section 8127. 1.E. Applicable NAICS code: 311991 1.F. Small Business Size Standard: 700 Employees 1.G. Type of Contract: Firm Fixed Price 1.H. Delivery Date: Delivery occurs as produce is ordered. 2. Key solicitation milestones are: 2.A. Submit any questions regarding this procurement via email to peter.burke@va.gov no later than 11 AM Wednesday, December 13, 2023. No questions will be answered after this date/time unless determined to be in the best interest of the Government as determined by the Contracting Officer. Telephonic questions will not be accepted or returned. RFI responses will be responded to as necessary in amendment format which will be posted to contract opportunities at https://beta.sam.gov. 2.B. Submit written offers in accordance with the instructions provided in provisional clause at FAR 52.212-1, Instruction to Offerors (included by reference in below attachment). All clauses and provisions can be found at www.acquisition.gov. Oral offers will not be accepted. Complete and submit the enclosed Form 1449 via email no later than 4:00 PM Thursday December 21, 2023 to peter.burke@va.gov. Ensure the following are complete and signed as needed: 2.B.2.a. Vendor Information 2.B.2.b. Acknowledgement of amendments (if applicable) 2.B.2.c. Schedule of supplies / services 2.B.2.d. FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications --Commercial Items