Commodity Requirements Document for Bagged Grain (KCBG11)

Agriculture serves as a purchaser of domestically sourced food commodities intended for use in U.S. Government international food aid programs, periodically issuing solicitations to acquire various commodities. Specifications for these purchases are documented in Commodity Requirements Documents (CRDs), which are made available on the Kansas City Commodity Office's (KCCO) website. The contract in question involves the publication of a new CRD for Bagged Grain, designated as KCBG11, which became effective on October 24, 2013. This document outlines the commodity requirements that will govern all future solicitations related to Bagged Grain for international food aid programs, ensuring consistent standards for suppliers. Interested parties are advised to thoroughly review the KCBG11 CRD to understand the detailed requirements, as it forms the basis for procurement solicitations. The solicitation number associated with this contract is AG-IPD-KCBG11, with the relevant NAICS code 311211, indicating the industry classification. Key points of contact include Contracting Officer Debbie Martinek and Contract Specialist Kelli Dawkins, who can be reached via provided emails and phone numbers for any inquiries. The full CRD and related information can be accessed through the SAM.gov workspace and the KCCO website, facilitating transparency and ease of access for potential suppliers.