C&C Produce awarded defense contract

C&C Produce Inc., North Kansas City, Mo., was awarded a maximum $48 million, 36-month, contract with the Defense Logistics Agency for fresh fruits and vegetables.

By Tom Karst

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September 23, 2022 03:51 PM

C&C Produce Inc., North Kansas City, Mo., was awarded a maximum $48 million, 36-month, contract with the Defense Logistics Agency for fresh fruits and vegetables.

According to a Department of Defense notice, three companies submitted bids for the contract.

The contract covers schools and military bases in Kansas and Missouri, with a July 30, 2022 performance completion date.

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