Chicken And Chicken Products (Bulk) for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs.
ID: 12-3J14-25-B-0235Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Poultry Processing (311615)

PSC

MEAT, POULTRY, AND FISH (8905)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d3ff638432674c2d9e8a368519644176/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking bids for the procurement of bulk chicken and chicken products to support domestic food assistance programs under solicitation number 12-3J14-25-B-0235. Bidders must comply with specific requirements, including a minimum bulk load of 36,000 pounds and adherence to federal regulations regarding product quality and delivery logistics. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the availability of high-quality poultry products for food assistance initiatives, reflecting the USDA's commitment to maintaining food safety and equitable vendor participation. Interested parties must submit their electronic bids by 1:00 PM CT on February 25, 2025, with deliveries expected between April 1 and April 30, 2025. For further inquiries, bidders can contact Adele L. Jackson Croal at adele.l.croal@usda.gov or Valerie Dinkel at Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Adele L. Jackson Croal
    (202) 260-8672
    adele.l.croal@usda.gov
    Valerie Dinkel
    Valerie.Dinkel@usda.gov
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    12-3J14-25-B-0235.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a bid invitation (2000010657) for the procurement of bulk chicken and chicken products under solicitation number 12-3J14-25-B-0235. Bids are due by 1:00 PM CT on February 25, 2025, with deliveries scheduled between April 1 and April 30, 2025. The solicitation emphasizes no tolerance for bulk loads below 36,000 pounds and outlines a probationary period for new contractors bidding on new products, limiting initial awards to 10 truckloads. Bidders are required to submit offers electronically through the Web-Based Supply Chain Management System (WBSCM) and must provide complete pricing for all line items. The document specifies tendering requirements for packaging and weight details for chicken products. Additionally, bidders must ensure compliance with federal regulations, including civil rights and operational issues related to product deliveries. The USDA retains the right to reject non-conforming products and encourages offerors to only bid reasonable quantities. The contract also includes stipulations regarding recent felony violations, tax liabilities, and the existence of a food defense plan for processing facilities. This solicitation reflects the USDA's commitment to maintaining high standards in food procurement while facilitating equal opportunity and compliance among vendors.
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