Various Commodities for use in International Food 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 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Various Commodities for use in International Food Assistance Programs. This acquisition is a Partial Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Offers are due by May 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (12-1NFP-26-B-0015) seeks bids for multiple commodities intended for international food assistance programs. The primary product/service code associated is 8920 (Bakery And Cereal Products), indicating a focus on food items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Solicitation Number: 12-1NFP-26-B-0015
- Offers Due: May 19, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC
- Published: May 12, 2026
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
This opportunity includes detailed information regarding the USDA Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP). Interested parties are encouraged to resolve concerns informally with the Contracting Officer first, then with the Ombudsman. Formal protests can be filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman. Protests filed with the Ombudsman may lead to suspension of contract award/performance. Protesters must use best efforts to resolve concerns with the Contracting Officer prior to formal protest. Protests must include information per FAR 33.104(a)(3) and adhere to FAR 33.104 timeliness. Submission for formal protests under OPAP should be sent electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer. 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: Travis Cathey (travis.cathey@usda.gov)
- Secondary Contact: Melvin Smith (melvin.smith@usda.gov, 8169266212)