Cheese Products under Section 32 for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
Overview
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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 (AMS), has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB), Solicitation #12-3J14-26-B-0183, for Cheese Products under Section 32. These products are for use in the Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs. This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. Offers are requested and must be submitted by April 3, 2026, 6:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks vendors to supply Cheese Products as specified in the AMS Master Solicitation. The products will support domestic food assistance programs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Solicitation Number: 12-3J14-26-B-0183
- Product Service Code: 8910 (Dairy Foods And Eggs)
- Set-Aside: Not set-aside for small business concerns
- Offers Due: April 3, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: March 19, 2026
Additional Notes
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference and can be accessed at www.acquisition.gov.
The USDA Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests is available for interested parties. Concerns should first be directed to the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, the USDA Ombudsman can be contacted informally or through a formal agency protest. Formal protests must adhere to FAR 33.104 guidelines, be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer, and aim for resolution within 35 calendar days. 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 Contact: Michael Eichorst (michael.eichorst@usda.gov)
- Secondary Contact: Jenny Babiuch (jenny.babiuch@usda.gov)