Section 32 Butter Products for Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs
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 USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB), solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0187, for Section 32 Butter Products to support Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation. Offers are due by April 2, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks bids for the supply of butter products for use in various Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs. The acquisition is conducted pursuant to the AMS Master Solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Solicitation Number: 12-3J14-26-B-0187
- Set-Aside: None (Not set-aside for small business concerns)
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 20, 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 addressing concerns regarding solicitations and contract awards. 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 must adhere to FAR 33.104(a)(3) and be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer.