DRY EDIBLE BEANS
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), has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Invitation for Bid - IFB) for Dry Edible Beans. This acquisition, identified by Solicitation Number 2000011260, is set aside for small business concerns and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Bids are due by April 24, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks bids for the supply of Dry Edible Beans, categorized under Product Service Code 8915 (Fruits And Vegetables). The acquisition incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Invitation for Bid - IFB)
- Set-Aside: Small Business and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
- Published: April 14, 2026, 6:42 PM UTC
- Solicitation Number: 2000011260
Evaluation
As an Invitation for Bid (IFB), award will typically be made to the responsible bidder whose bid conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous to the Government, considering only price and price-related factors.
Additional Notes
The USDA emphasizes its Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP), offering an alternative to litigation for resolving protest issues. Interested parties should first address concerns with the Contracting Officer, then escalate to the USDA Ombudsman informally or formally. Formal protests can be filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman (SPE.inquiry@usda.gov) and must adhere to FAR 33.104(a)(3) and timeliness requirements. Initiating a protest with USDA implies agreement not to pursue the same matter with GAO or other external forums concurrently.