Evaporated Milk And Ultra High Temperture Products for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs.
ID: 12-3J14-25-B-0181Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Dry, Condensed, and Evaporated Dairy Product Manufacturing (311514)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a0d171b2f2534047aeb3203ed723a1aa/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is seeking bids for the procurement of Evaporated Milk and Ultra High Temperature (UHT) products intended for domestic food assistance programs. This solicitation aims to ensure the availability of quality dairy products for various food distribution initiatives, with deliveries scheduled between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025. Compliance with USDA manufacturing standards and food safety regulations is mandatory, and the solicitation allows for multiple price submissions for different delivery locations. Interested vendors must submit their bids electronically via the USDA's Web-Based Supply Chain Management system by February 4, 2025, and can contact Andre Kinney at Andre.Kinney@usda.gov or Valerie Dinkel at Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andre Kinney
    Andre.Kinney@usda.gov
    Valerie Dinkel
    Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov
    Files
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    12-3J14-25-B-0181.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a solicitation (12-3J14-25-B-0181) inviting bids for the sale of Evaporated Milk and Ultra High Temperature (UHT) products for domestic food distribution programs. Bids must be submitted electronically via the USDA's Web-Based Supply Chain Management system by February 4, 2025, with quantities estimated and subject to adjustments based on various factors. Deliveries are scheduled between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025. This solicitation is unrestricted, allowing multiple price submissions for different delivery stops, with the requirement for all prime vendors to comply with USDA manufacturing standards and prohibitions against subcontracting with suspended or debarred entities. The document emphasizes compliance with food safety laws and certifications, including adherence to the Food Safety Modernization Act and various contractor requirements. The conditions outline maximum delivery quantities for new contractors during a probationary period and provide guidelines for submitting bids. This notice reflects a government effort to ensure quality and efficiency in food procurement as part of its domestic commodity programs.
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