Perishable Subsistence Items (Groceries) for Dredge Crew on Upper Mississippi River (May - Dec 2026)

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District (W07V ENDIST ST PAUL) has issued solicitation W912ES26QA044 for the supply of perishable subsistence items to the Dredge Goetz Fleet. The contractor will provide groceries at various points along the Upper Mississippi River during the 2026 dredging season, spanning from May 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. This requirement is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 311991, Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing, and PSC 8970, Composite Food Packages. Responses are due by April 21, 2026.

The scope of work involves providing approximately 850 specific food items. Ordering officers will typically place weekly orders six days prior to delivery, though operational tempo may necessitate shorter notice. Deliveries occur Monday through Friday between 0800 and 1700 at designated sites, where the dredge crew will assist in unloading the vehicles. The initial delivery around May 1 is a large-scale order intended to stock pantries and freezers, while subsequent orders focus on fresh produce, dairy, eggs, baked goods, and pantry replenishment.

Pricing for weekly orders will be adjusted based on index pricing to account for food price volatility. Offerors must provide pricing for all items listed in the schedule and submit all required documentation through the PIEE module. One PDF attachment was included with the notice published on April 6, 2026. John Riederer is the designated point of contact for this procurement.