Frozen Beef Products(Fine) for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs.
ID: 12-3J14-25-B-0053Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering (311611)

PSC

LIVE ANIMALS, RAISED FOR FOOD (8810)

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https://sam.gov/opp/80c66d0176c54314a7284fd99f1ef453/view
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is seeking qualified vendors to supply frozen beef products for domestic food assistance programs. The procurement aims to ensure a reliable supply of quality beef, with a significant emphasis on supporting small businesses, including a 50% set-aside for small businesses and a 100% set-aside for specific items, along with provisions for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. All beef products must originate from livestock raised in the United States, and the solicitation process will utilize the Web-Based Supply Chain Management system for electronic submissions. Interested parties should note that offers are due by November 8, 2024, with deliveries scheduled between January 15 and January 31, 2025. For further inquiries, potential contractors can contact Carrie Meyers at carrie.meyers@usda.gov or Valerie Dinkel at Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov.

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    Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a solicitation (Bid Invitation No. 2000010438) for the procurement of frozen beef products for domestic food distribution programs. The bidding process begins on October 30, 2024, with offers due by November 8, 2024. Deliveries are scheduled from January 15 to January 31, 2025. The solicitation emphasizes a 50% set-aside for small businesses and a 100% set-aside for specific items, with provisions for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. All beef must originate domestically from livestock raised in the U.S. A probationary period for new contractors limits awards to 10 truckloads per product until performance is established. Bidders must use the Web-Based Supply Chain Management system to submit offers electronically. The invitation includes multiple delivery locations with specified quantities and requirements for each stop. The USDA emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, including anti-discrimination provisions. Inquiries regarding the solicitation should be directed to designated contacts within the USDA. Overall, the solicitation aims to ensure a reliable supply of quality beef products while supporting small business participation and adhering to procurement regulations.
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