Two-Step Sealed Bid Solicitation: Vegetarian Beans Step One: Request for Technical Proposals (RFTP)
ID: 12-3J14-Notice-25-020Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Fruit and Vegetable Canning (311421)

PSC

COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES (8970)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f3e42baf8a704723be80f4fcb87c3aeb/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Marketing Service, is initiating a two-step sealed bid solicitation for the procurement of canned Vegetarian Beans, under the title "Request for Technical Proposals (RFTP)." Offerors are required to submit detailed technical proposals by February 21, 2025, which must include a narrative of their experience and a prototype sample that meets stringent nutritional and packaging standards, without including pricing information at this stage. This procurement is vital for ensuring the availability of quality vegetarian products for federal commodities, reflecting the USDA's commitment to sourcing nutritious food options. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Cedric Hopkins at cedric.hopkins@usda.gov or Douglas E. Stickler at Douglas.Stickler@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cedric Hopkins
    (202) 720-7106
    cedric.hopkins@usda.gov
    Douglas E. Stickler
    Douglas.Stickler@usda.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Vegetarian_Beans_RFTP _February_ 2025 CO signed.pdf
    The document outlines a two-step sealed bid solicitation for the procurement of canned Vegetarian Beans, adhering to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 14.5. The first step, termed the Request for Technical Proposals (RFTP), requires offerors to submit comprehensive technical proposals by February 21, 2025, without any pricing information. Proposals must include a narrative on the contractor's experience and a prototype sample, conforming to strict nutritional and packaging requirements. The evaluation in the second step will be based on acceptability of technical proposals, followed by electronic bidding on a low-price basis for those proposals deemed acceptable. Additionally, communication regarding this solicitation is directed to the Contracting Officer or designated specialist, with specific dates prescribed for proposal submissions and notifications. The document is structured into three main parts: General Information, Contract Terms and Conditions, and Solicitation Provisions, providing essential details on proposal requirements, evaluation criteria, and contractual obligations while emphasizing the importance of aligning samples with USDA standards. This RFTP reflects the USDA's commitment to sourcing quality vegetarian products for federal commodities, ensuring supplier familiarity with both product specifications and federal procurement procedures.
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