Section 32 Fresh Citrus (Grapefruit)for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs.
ID: 12-3J14-25-B-0016-0002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES (8915)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ac7ec4eb763f4098b0feabce980278da/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, through its Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is seeking bids for the procurement of fresh grapefruit under Section 32 for domestic food assistance programs. The solicitation aims to ensure a reliable supply of citrus fruits to support federal initiatives, with deliveries scheduled to commence on October 21, 2024, and offers due by November 8, 2024. Compliance with Agricultural Acquisition Regulations (AGAR) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) is required, and interested parties must meet vendor qualification requirements to participate. For further details, potential bidders can contact Samantha Klagenberg at samantha.klagenberg@usda.gov or Valerie Dinkel at Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Samantha Klagenberg
    samantha.klagenberg@usda.gov
    Valerie Dinkel
    Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov
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    12-3J14-25-B-0016-0002.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a bid invitation under Solicitation No. 2000010386 for the procurement of fresh grapefruit under Section 32 of the Commodity program. The request specifies a definite delivery timeline, with the start date set for October 21, 2024, and the offer due date on November 8, 2024. Amendments have been made to the original solicitation to update document details and extend deadlines due to program requirements. Bids must adhere to strict guidelines, including the submission of necessary documents such as USDA audit verifications and supplier agreement templates. Competitors must certify timely performance on previous USDA contracts and disclose any felony convictions or federal tax liabilities. The primary item required is fresh grapefruit in various quantities needed for specified locations across multiple states. The overarching goal of this solicitation is to support domestic agricultural initiatives by ensuring a reliable supply of citrus fruits to federal programs, reflecting the government's commitment to fostering local agriculture and food security. Compliance with Agriculture Acquisition Regulations (AGAR) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) is mandated for all participants.
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