Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Kosher Cheese, and String Cheese Mozzarella for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
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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), through its Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), has issued an Award Notice for the procurement of various cheese products. This includes Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Kosher Cheese, and String Cheese Mozzarella, which are designated for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs. The notice was published on May 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The awarded contract pertains to the supply and delivery of specific dairy products to support federal food assistance initiatives. The required products are Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Kosher Cheese, and String Cheese Mozzarella, ensuring their availability for domestic programs.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Award Notice
- Product Service Code: 8910 (Dairy Foods And Eggs)
- Set-Aside: Not specified in the provided metadata.
- Award Notice Date: May 5, 2026
Agency & Contacts
- Department: Agriculture
- Sub-Tier: AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE
- Office: USDA AMS 3J14
- Primary Contact: Michael Eichorst (michael.eichorst@usda.gov)
- Secondary Contact: Jenny Babiuch (jenny.babiuch@usda.gov)