Final Mozzarella Cheese CRD, August 2024
ID: 12-3J14-Notice-24-042Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

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Cheese Manufacturing (311513)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e1ee7260ce9148578ee26351946517a1/view
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    The US Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service seeks industry responses to its updated Mozzarella Cheese Commodity Requirements Document (CRD). The CRD outlines the agency's requirements for large volumes of diverse mozzarella cheese varieties, emphasizing strict quality and safety standards, detailed labeling instructions, and specific production and packaging protocols. Contact Matthew Siedschlaw at Matthew.Siedschlaw@usda.gov for more information on this expedited procurement process, which involves a substantial volume of cheese deliveries.

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    Matthew Siedschlaw
    Matthew.Siedschlaw@usda.gov
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    Final Mozzarella Cheese CRD August 2024.pdf
    The Agricultural Marketing Service seeks to procure large quantities of mozzarella cheese for domestic programs. The cheese must adhere to strict quality and safety standards. Several types are required, including low moisture part-skim and lite varieties, with specific packaging and labeling instructions. They emphasize the need for pasteurized, fresh cheese, outlining detailed production, aging, and temperature requirements. Microbiological and physical attributes are meticulously defined, and contractors are liable for ensuring product quality during delivery. Packaging must conform to FDA regulations and display a production date. The RFP also includes detailed requirements for container stacking, marking, and documentation, aiming to ensure efficient distribution and adherence to food safety guidelines. Contractors must supply commercially successful products, and submission deadlines indicate an expedited procurement process.
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