Section 32 Bottle Juice Products for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs.
ID: 12-3J14-25-B-0211-0002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICEUSDA AMS 3J14WASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

NAICS

Fruit and Vegetable Canning, Pickling, and Drying (31142)

PSC

BAKERY AND CEREAL PRODUCTS (8920)

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https://sam.gov/opp/3a48c0abf20e42e0953e1152caf70a4a/view
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting offers for the supply of bottled apple juice as part of its Section 32 initiatives, aimed at supporting domestic food assistance programs, including the National School Lunch Program. Suppliers must adhere to FDA labeling guidelines and are subject to a probationary period limiting initial awards to 10 truckloads until they demonstrate delivery capability. This procurement is critical for ensuring the availability of nutritious beverages in federal food assistance programs, with bids due by February 21, 2025, and deliveries scheduled between April 16 and July 31, 2025. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Samantha Klagenberg at samantha.klagenberg@usda.gov or Valerie Dinkel at Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov.

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    Samantha Klagenberg
    samantha.klagenberg@usda.gov
    Valerie Dinkel
    Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a solicitation for offers to supply bottled apple juice under bid invitation number 2000010625. The bid process commences on February 11, 2025, with offers due by February 21, 2025, at 1:00 PM CT. Winners will be announced by February 28, 2025, with deliveries scheduled between April 16 and July 31, 2025. This solicitation is part of Section 32 of the USDA initiatives, intended for use in the National School Lunch Program and other Federal Food Assistance Programs. The document outlines requirements for suppliers, including FDA labeling guidelines and conditions for successful delivery. There is a probationary period for new contractors, limiting awards to 10 truckloads until they demonstrate capability through successful deliveries. The invitation emphasizes that all submissions must be made electronically via the Web-Based Supply Chain Management System (WBSCM), and any bids submitted through other means will be considered non-responsive. Additionally, the document discusses federal civil rights compliance, prohibits contracting with debarred entities, and details set-asides for small businesses. All communications, including inquiries, must adhere to the specified deadlines for consideration.
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