Farina and Oats for Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking bids for Farina and Oats to support Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs. This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB), issued as a combined synopsis/solicitation. This acquisition is a Partial Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due by May 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This opportunity procures Farina and Oats for use in various Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs, as outlined in the AMS Master Invitation for Bids Domestic Commodity Procurement. The product service code is 8920 (Bakery And Cereal Products).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Solicitation Number: 12-3J14-26-B-0235
- Set-Aside: Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Offers Due: May 6, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
- Published: April 15, 2026
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov. The USDA Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) is available for resolving concerns, offering an alternative to external forums. Interested parties are encouraged to first contact the Contracting Officer, then the Ombudsman for informal resolution, or file a formal protest with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman. Formal protests should be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer, adhering to FAR 33.104(a)(3) and timeliness requirements.