Bulk Soybean Meal for use in International Food Assistance Programs
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the Agricultural Marketing Service, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Invitation for Bid - IFB) for 50,000 metric tons of Bulk Soybean Meal. This commodity is intended for use in International Food Assistance Programs and will be delivered f.o.b. vessel. Offers are due by March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks bids for the supply and delivery of 50,000 metric tons of Bulk Soybean Meal. The delivery terms are f.o.b. vessel, indicating the seller is responsible for placing the goods on board a vessel designated by the buyer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Invitation for Bid - IFB)
- Solicitation Number: 12-1NFG-26-B-0006 (2000011219)
- Set-Aside: Not set-aside for small business concerns.
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM Z
- Published: March 11, 2026
- Product Service Code: 8945 (Food, Oils And Fats)
Additional Notes
This acquisition incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov. The USDA emphasizes its Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP), encouraging interested parties to resolve concerns internally before pursuing external forums. Protesters can engage informally with the Ombudsman or file a formal agency protest with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman. Formal protests must adhere to FAR 33.104(a)(3) requirements and be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer. Initiating a protest with USDA precludes pursuing the same matter with the GAO or other external forums while the agency protest is pending.
Contact Information
- Primary: Harry King (harry.king@usda.gov, 816-648-9656)
- Secondary: Melvin Smith (melvin.smith@usda.gov, 816-926-6212)