Name | Type | Posted | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
12-3J14-26-B-0259 | LINK | Apr 28, 2026 |
Section 32 Canned Pears for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
Contact and place of performance
Nicholas Cavazos
Not specified
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 5.101(d). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 2000011316 is issued as an invitation for bid (IFB) for Section 32 Canned Pears. This acquisition is set-aside for small business con...
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The Agricultural Marketing Service, an agency within the United States Department of Agriculture, is seeking bids for the procurement of Section 32 canned pears for use in domestic food assistance programs. This acquisition is issued as an invitation for bid (IFB) under solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0259 (alternatively identified as 2000011316). The procurement is classified under NAICS 311421 for Fruit and Vegetable Canning and PSC 8915 for Fruits and Vegetables.
This requirement is a total small business set-aside. Bids must be submitted by the response deadline of May 12, 2026. The solicitation is for commercial products and incorporates all applicable provisions and clauses by reference. Nicholas Cavazos serves as the primary point of contact for this notice, which includes one attachment containing the solicitation details published on April 28, 2026.
The agency utilize the Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests to address concerns regarding the procurement process. This program offers both informal and formal dispute resolution options as alternatives to external litigation. Protesters are required to engage in discussions with the Contracting Officer to resolve issues before filing a formal agency protest with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman. Performance or award may be suspended during a formal protest period unless urgent or compelling reasons justify continuing.
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