SALMON Products for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

SOL #: 12-3J14-26-B-0284Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture
Agricultural Marketing Service
USDA AMS 3J14
WASHINGTON, DC, 20250, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Seafood Product Preparation and Packaging (311710)

PSC

Meat, Poultry, And Fish (8905)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
May 27, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Jun 5, 2026, 6:00 PM

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, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB), solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0284, for SALMON Products to be used in Domestic Food Assistance Programs. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products. Offers are due by June 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.

Scope of Work

This opportunity seeks bids for the provision of Salmon Products intended for distribution through various Domestic Food Assistance Programs.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
  • Solicitation Number: 12-3J14-26-B-0284
  • Set-Aside: This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns.
  • Response Due: June 5, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
  • Published: May 27, 2026
  • Provisions & Clauses: Incorporated by reference; full text available at www.acquisition.gov.

Agency Protest Information

The USDA offers an Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) as an alternative to litigation.

  • Informal Resolution: Concerns should first be directed to the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, contact the USDA Ombudsman.
  • Formal Protest: Protesters must first attempt to resolve issues with the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, a formal protest can be filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman.
  • Suspension: Contract awards/performance may be suspended during the protest period unless justified.
  • Timeline: USDA aims to resolve protests within 35 calendar days.
  • Submission: Formal protests under OPAP should be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer, adhering to FAR 33.104 requirements and timelines.
  • Forum Election: Initiating a protest with USDA means the protester agrees not to pursue the same matter with the GAO or other external forums concurrently.

Contact Information

People

Points of Contact

Chyra LewisPRIMARY
chyra.lewis@usda.gov
Carrie MeyersSECONDARY
carrie.meyers@usda.gov

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: May 27, 2026
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