WHOLE EGGS, HARD COOKED EGGS AND SHELL EGGS for use in the National School Lunch Program and other Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs Under Section 32
Overview
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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), is seeking bids for WHOLE EGGS, HARD COOKED EGGS, AND SHELL EGGS. This Invitation for Bid (IFB), solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0294, is for use in the National School Lunch Program and other Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs Under Section 32. This acquisition is a Partial Small Business Set-Aside. Bids are due by June 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The opportunity is for the supply of various egg products, including whole eggs, hard-cooked eggs, and shell eggs. These products are intended to support the National School Lunch Program and other federal food and nutrition assistance initiatives under Section 32.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Solicitation Number: 12-3J14-26-B-0294
- Set-Aside: Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Bids Due: June 24, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: June 9, 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
The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov. The USDA also highlights its Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP), encouraging interested parties to resolve concerns internally before pursuing external forums like the GAO. Both informal and formal protest procedures are outlined, with formal protests to be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer.