BULK POTATOES FOR FURTHER PROCESSING
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Bulk Potatoes for Further Processing. This opportunity, identified as Solicitation Number 2000011198, is a Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are being requested via this combined synopsis/solicitation. Responses are due by March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks bids for the supply of Bulk Potatoes for Further Processing. The specific requirements for the potatoes will be detailed in the full solicitation documents, which incorporate provisions and clauses by reference from www.acquisition.gov. The product service code for this acquisition is 8915 (Fruits And Vegetables).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Set-Aside: Small Business Concerns
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 8:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 10, 2026, 2:17 PM UTC
- Solicitation Number: 2000011198
Evaluation
As an Invitation for Bid (IFB), award will typically be based on price and adherence to the specified requirements. No specific evaluation factors beyond standard IFB procedures are detailed in the provided description.
Additional Notes
The USDA emphasizes its Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) as an alternative dispute resolution mechanism. Interested parties are encouraged to first address concerns with the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, informal or formal protests can be filed with the USDA Ombudsman. Formal protests may lead to suspension of contract award/performance and aim for resolution within 35 calendar days. Protesters must use best efforts to resolve issues with the Contracting Officer before filing a formal protest. Filing a protest with USDA precludes pursuing the same matter with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or other external forums while the agency protest is pending. Formal protests under OPAP should be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer.