Fresh Vegetables (Tomato) for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs.
ID: 12-3J14-25-B-0308Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES (8915)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e5d3b990a3584e9e9267348c6bd2578b/view
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking bids for the procurement of fresh tomatoes to support domestic food assistance programs, including the National School Lunch Program. Vendors are required to comply with USDA's Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and Good Handling Practices (GHP) certification standards, and must submit relevant audit verification documents with their bids to ensure compliance and food safety. This procurement is critical for maintaining the quality and safety of food supplied to federal nutrition programs, with offers due electronically by April 21, 2025, and deliveries scheduled between June 2, 2025, and July 31, 2025. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Glenn Reed at glenn.reed@usda.gov or Valerie Dinkel at Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov for further information.

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    Glenn Reed
    glenn.reed@usda.gov
    Valerie Dinkel
    Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov
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    12-3J14-25-B-0308.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) invites bids for supplying fresh tomatoes under solicitation number 2000010754 for the National School Lunch Program and other Federal Nutrition Assistance Programs. Offers must be submitted electronically by April 21, 2025, with delivery scheduled between June 2, 2025, and July 31, 2025. Vendors must comply with USDA's Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and Good Handling Practices (GHP) certification standards and include the relevant audit verification document with their bid. Noncompliance may result in significant penalties, including invoice deductions and contract termination. The document outlines specific delivery locations across multiple states and emphasizes the importance of maintaining required temperature controls during transport. This solicitation highlights key USDA procurement procedures and regulatory compliance related to food safety, underscoring the need for a rigorous verification process to ensure the quality and safety of food supplied to federal programs. Only compliant offers will be considered, and inquiries should be directed to specified USDA contacts.
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