Supplement 500 Tuna Products
ID: 12-3J14-Notice-24-046Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Seafood Product Preparation and Packaging (311710)

PSC

MEAT, POULTRY, AND FISH (8905)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1ff7967a785a49cfb558c3499dfa5dc3/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is seeking suppliers for the procurement of Supplement 500 Tuna Products, with updates effective August 2024. This opportunity requires compliance with FDA regulations and approval under the NOAA Seafood Inspection Program, emphasizing the necessity for a food defense plan, documentation of compliance, and adherence to "Dolphin-Safe" standards for tuna caught in accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act. The USDA aims to source sustainable and safe tuna for federal food and nutrition assistance programs, ensuring strict quality assurance and traceability through precise labeling and packaging requirements. Interested suppliers should refer to the Final Supplement 500 Tuna Products document for detailed requirements and compliance guidelines.

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    Final Supplement 500 - Tuna Products - August 2024.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements for purchasing tuna products by the USDA for federal food and nutrition assistance programs. It specifies that suppliers must comply with FDA regulations and be approved under the NOAA Seafood Inspection Program. Key elements include the necessity for a food defense plan, documentation of compliance, and ensuring tuna is caught in accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act, adhering to "Dolphin-Safe" standards. The document mandates that all tuna must be domestically produced, limiting materials to those sourced from American flag vessels. Additionally, precise labeling and packaging requirements are established to ensure traceability. Certification and inspection procedures, including a warranty and complaint resolution process, are covered. The guidelines enforce strict quality assurance to prevent contamination and ensure adherence to health regulations. Overall, this supplement emphasizes the USDA's commitment to sourcing sustainable and safe tuna while meeting specific nutritional needs under federal programs.
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