Crackers for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs.
ID: 12-3J14-25-B-0068Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Cookie and Cracker Manufacturing (311821)

PSC

SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS (8940)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d9b6e4c3c2c546b9bb8211241e2811de/view
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is soliciting bids for the procurement of crackers intended for domestic food assistance programs under bid invitation number 12-3J14-25-B-0068. The procurement aims to acquire a total of 136,080 pounds of unsalted cracker products, with deliveries scheduled between January 1, 2025, and March 31, 2025, to various locations across the United States. This initiative is crucial for supporting food distribution efforts, and it includes provisions for small business set-asides, particularly for HUBZone small businesses, which may opt to waive preference in their bids. Interested bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the Web-Based Supply Chain Management System (WBSCM) by 1 PM CT on November 15, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Valerie Dinkel at Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov or by phone at 202-720-4517.

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    (202) 720-4517
    fffbquestions@usda.gov
    Valerie Dinkel
    Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov
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    12-3J14-25-B-0068.pdf
    The USDA is soliciting bids for the supply of Crackers under the bid invitation number 12-3J14-25-B-0068, primarily for domestic food distribution programs. Bids are due by 1 PM CT on November 15, 2024, with potential delivery window from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. The acquisition is open to all bidders, with specific provisions for HUBZone small businesses, which can choose to waive preference if indicated in their bid. Offerors must submit their bids electronically via the Web-Based Supply Chain Management System (WBSCM), ensuring compliance with all solicitation requirements including plant sanitation and product sourcing from small businesses if applicable. New contractors may face a probationary period limiting awards to 10 truckloads until they demonstrate successful delivery. The document also outlines specific quantity requirements, with a total of 136,080 pounds of unsalted cracker products projected for various locations, including both domestic and offshore destinations. The solicitation underscores the government's commitment to fair purchasing practices while adhering to anti-discrimination policies in procurement procedures. Bidders are encouraged to provide realistic quantities for production and delivery, enhancing the efficiency of the government procurement process.
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