General Information
DLA Troop Support’s (TS) Subsistence supply chain provides food support for the military all over the world. From individually packaged meals in a soldier's ruck sack, to a ship's galley and to full service dining facilities on military installations, Subsistence gets that food there. We work with our industry partners around the globe to feed the newest troops in training and seasoned sailors at sea. And we take pride in ensuring our service members have a taste of home for the holidays, no matter where they’re deployed.
In partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, we also provide fresh fruit and vegetables to children in 47 states through our school lunch program. Subsistence also supports other non-DoD activities such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the State Department, Veterans’ Homes and more.
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What Does DLA Troop Support Subsistence Procure?
DLA Subsistence Top Procured Commodities
| Commodity |
Description |
| Field Feeding and Food Service Equipment |
Full line of equipment for preparing food such as ovens, fryers, beverage dispensers, meat cutting saws, mixers, refrigerators and more. End items and parts for kitchen trailers, food sanitation center, kitchen company level field feeding, modular field kitchen, tray ration heater, and other equipment. |
| Garrison and Fleet Feeding |
A full menu of food items such as bottled water, bakery and dairy products, and fresh fruits and vegetables for customers in the Continental United States (CONUS) and outside of the Continental United States (OCONUS). |
| Humanitarian Assistance |
Non-perishable items such as bottled water, rice, beans, soup and pasta, and other items such as the Humanitarian Daily Ration and the Humanitarian Pouched Meal. |
| Operational Rations |
Ready-to-eat, individually packed meals to sustain individuals during military operations that preclude organized food service facilities. Unitized group rations that contain complete food and paper and/or plastic components. |
| Produce and Market Fresh Items |
Fresh produce, fresh milk and dairy products, fresh bread and bakery products, and canned and bottled beverages for CONUS customers. |
Product and Service Search
Use the Product and Service Search tool to search and sort products and services a Supplier can supply to the Government. These products and services are categorized by the Major Subordinate Commands (i.e. Aviation, Land and Maritime, etc.) that manage the supply chain, and a Supplier can use the information to determine a pathway to which primary DLA supply chains (i.e. MSCs) need the material or service.
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Where to Find Procurement Opportunities
DLA Troop Support’s Subsistence supply chain conducts most of its business electronically through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). DIBBS is a web-based bid board that allows suppliers to search for, view, and submit secure quotes on Requests for Quotations (RFQs), search and view Request for Proposals (RFPs), and view awards for DLA items of supply. Most DLA TS Subsistence solicitations are posted on the DIBBS bid board .
All procurements opportunities over $25,000 are publicized on the Federal Contract Opportunities website at SAM.gov . Search for DLA Troop Support’s Subsistence opportunities and notices in SAM.gov . using the following codes:
| Site |
Department of Defense Activity Address Code (DoDAAC) |
| Philadelphia, PA |
SP0300 SPE300 SPE3S1 SPE3SE SPE1C1 |
| Kaiserslautern, Germany |
SPM303 SPE3S3 SPE302 SPE5B1 SPE303 |
| Pearl Harbor, Hawaii |
SPM302 SPE302 |
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What Contract Vehicles are used?
Prime Vendor
- Garrison Feeding
- Fleet Feeding
Long Term
- Rations
- Fresh Fruits & Vegetables
- Bread and Pastries
- Dairy
- Soda
- Food Prep Equipment
- Field Feeding Equipment
Traditional
- Food Prep Equipment
- Ration Items
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Major Spend Pattern Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 (All Dollars)
| NAICS Code |
NAICS Description |
Dollars Obligated |
| Grand Total |
DLA Subsistence Fiscal Year 2024 |
$3,014,898,691 |
| 311812 |
COMMERCIAL BAKERIES |
$1,450,608,921 |
| 311999 |
ALL OTHER MISCELLANEOUS FOOD MANUFACTURING |
$544,331,901 |
| 311991 |
PERISHABLE PREPARED FOOD MANUFACTURING |
$453,289,239 |
| 311421 |
FRUIT AND VEGETABLE CANNING |
$343,604,206 |
| 311911 |
ROASTED NUTS AND PEANUT BUTTER MANUFACTURING |
$68,272,489 |
| 333241 |
FOOD PRODUCT MACHINERY MANUFACTURING |
$43,536,052 |
| 311511 |
FLUID MILK MANUFACTURING |
$21,654,743 |
| 311612 |
MEAT PROCESSED FROM CARCASSES |
$15,110,082 |
| 325998 |
ALL OTHER MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND PREPARATION MANUFACTURING |
$14,190,640 |
| 311422 |
SPECIALTY CANNING |
$9,766,350 |
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Contact Us
DLA Troop Support Subsistence Small Business Office
Submit an inquiry for assistance within the DLA Small Business Programs Office Contact Inquiry option. Choose DLA Troop Support – Subsistence in the “Which Buying Organization do you need assistance with?” field.
Explore DLA’s Supplier Pathway Program’s Getting Started page specific for DLA Troop Support’s Subsistence supply chain. It provides the steps on how to do business with the supply chain to include what
type of certifications you will need and opportunity routes you can take to become a supplier at a prime or subcontracting level.
Additional information and resources can be found on the DLA Small Business website.