Mozzarella String Cheese for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs.
ID: 12-3J14-25-B-0318Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Cheese Manufacturing (311513)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c41e723dd6814333a4c931b796530880/view
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is soliciting bids for the procurement of Mozzarella String Cheese products intended for domestic food assistance programs. This procurement aims to supply approximately 1.56 million pounds of cheese, with deliveries scheduled between July 1, 2025, and September 30, 2025, to various locations across the United States. The solicitation includes a 35% small business set-aside and preferences for HUBZone firms, emphasizing the USDA's commitment to equitable procurement practices. Interested contractors must submit their bids electronically by April 30, 2025, and can find further details and requirements through the USDA's Web Based Supply Chain Management (WBSCM) portal or by contacting Jenny Babiuch at jenny.babiuch@usda.gov.

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    Jenny Babiuch
    jenny.babiuch@usda.gov
    Valerie Dinkel
    Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov
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    12-3J14-25-B-0318.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for the supply of Mozzarella Cheese Products through solicitation number 12-3J14-25-B-0318, under the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Commodity Procurement Program. Bids must be submitted electronically by April 30, 2025, with deliveries scheduled between July 1, 2025, and September 30, 2025. The solicitation includes details for various delivery locations across the United States, with quantities totaling approximately 1.56 million pounds. The bidding process allows different pricing for multiple delivery stops, and requires USDA-approved manufacturing facilities. There is a 35% small business set-aside along with HUBZone preferences. Offerors must demonstrate compliance with USDA regulations and provide specific documentation, including supplier agreements from manufacturers for small business offers. A probationary limit may apply for new contractors, restricting them to 10 truckloads until they demonstrate successful delivery of five truckloads. Bidders must only offer quantities they can fulfill, and delivery problems not caused by the government will not affect their eligibility. The USDA maintains a commitment to civil rights, ensuring non-discrimination and equitable opportunity in procurement activities.
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