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Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Kosher Cheese, and String Cheese Mozzarella for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

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12-3J14-26-B-0223Federal

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The contract awards the supply of Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Kosher Cheese, and String Cheese Mozzarella for use in domestic food assistance programs under solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0223, issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service. The notice was posted on May 5, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 311513, which pertains to cheese manufacturing. The award is managed by the USDA AMS 3J14 office located in Washington, D.C., with no specific place of performance designated beyond the federal agency’s jurisdiction. Primary and secondary points of contact for inquiries are Michael Eichorst and Jenny Babiuch, respectively, both reachable via their USDA email addresses. This procurement supports food assistance initiatives by securing eligible dairy products that meet specific dietary and cultural requirements, including Kosher certification.

General Info

Award for Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Kosher, and String Cheese to support USDA food assistance programs.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14View Agency

NAICS

311513 - Cheese ManufacturingView NAICS

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PhaseAwarded

PostedMay 5

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AwardedSep 12

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

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OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

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Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

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Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

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Michael Eichorst

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Jenny Babiuch

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https://api.sam.gov/prod/opportunities/v1/noticedesc?noticeid=e00b82d661d34570b930b9516ce56f9b

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