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This Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Agriculture was posted on July 10, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Frozen Strawberry Cups for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

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12-3J14-26-B-0346Federal

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This solicitation, numbered 12-3J14-26-B-0346, seeks bids for Frozen Strawberry Cups intended for use in domestic food assistance programs under a partial small business set-aside as defined by FAR 19.5. The procurement is issued as an invitation for bid and does not include a separate written solicitation document; all terms and requirements are contained within this announcement. The North American Industry Classification System code is 311411, indicating the products are part of the frozen fruit and vegetable manufacturing sector. Offers must be submitted by July 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time, with the contract awarded by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, Office of 3J14, located in Washington, D.C. Interested parties are directed to the official SAM.gov link for full details and are required to comply with all incorporated provisions and clauses accessible via acquisition.gov. The USDA has established a formal Alternative Dispute Resolution process through its Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests to handle bid challenges internally before external options such as the Government Accountability Office are pursued. Bidders must first attempt to resolve concerns informally with the Contracting Officer before escalating to a formal protest submitted to either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman. Formal protests require specific information as mandated by FAR 33.104 and must be filed within prescribed timelines; they will suspend contract performance unless the agency justifies urgent or compelling reasons to proceed. Once a protest is filed under USDA’s process, the protester waives the right to pursue the same issue externally while the internal review is pending. The agency aims to resolve all formal protests within 35 calendar days. Technical inquiries and submissions should be directed to Ashley Train or Nicholas Cavazos at the provided contact details.

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USDA seeks frozen strawberry cups via small business set-aside; bids due July 17, 2026, through SAM.gov.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14View Agency

NAICS

311411 - Frozen Fruit, Juice, and Vegetable ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, USA

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SBP

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14
Contacts2 people available
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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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 5.101(d). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.


Solicitation number 2000011430 is issued as an invitation for bid (IFB) for Frozen Strawberry Cups.


This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.



NOTICE FOR FILING AGENCY PROTESTS



United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Ombudsman Program



The USDA is committed to issuing solicitations and awarding contracts in a fair and prompt manner. The Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) was established to address protest issues within the agency, providing an alternative to costly and time-consuming litigation. Operating independently, OPAP offers relief comparable to that granted by the Government Accountability Office (GAO). Interested parties are encouraged to resolve concerns through USDA’s internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums such as the GAO. Concerns may be addressed informally or through a formal agency protest filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman.



Informal Forum with the Ombudsman



1. Initial Point of Contact: Interested parties who believe a specific USDA procurement is unfair or otherwise defective should first direct their concerns to the applicable Contracting Officer.



2. Escalation: If the Contracting Officer is unable to address their concerns, interested parties are encouraged to contact the USDA Ombudsman for Agency Protests. Under this informal process, the agency is not required to suspend contract award performance. Utilization of the informal forum does not suspend any time requirement for filing a formal protest with the agency or other forums.



3. Required Information: To ensure a timely response, interested parties should provide the following information to the Ombudsman: solicitation/contract number, contracting office, Contracting Officer, and solicitation closing date (if applicable).



Formal Agency Protest with the Ombudsman



1. Effort to Resolve: Prior to submitting a formal agency protest, protesters must first use their best efforts to resolve their concerns with the Contracting Officer through open and frank discussions.



2. Independent Review: If the protester’s concerns remain unresolved, an Independent Review is available by the Ombudsman. The protester may file a formal agency protest with either the Contracting Officer or, alternatively, with the Ombudsman under the OPAP program. Contract awards or performance will be suspended during the protest period unless justified in writing for urgent and compelling reasons or determined in writing to be in the best interest of the Government.



3. Resolution Timeline: The agency’s goal is to resolve protests within 35 calendar days from the date of filing.



4. Required Information: Protests shall include the information set forth in FAR 33.104(a)(3). Failure to submit the required information may result in a delay or dismissal of the protest.



5. Timeliness: Protests must be filed within the timeframes specified in FAR 33.104.



6. Submission: Formal protests under the OPAP program should be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer.



Election of Forum. By initiating a protest with the USDA, the protester agrees not to pursue the same matter with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or any other external forum while the agency protest is pending. If a protest is filed externally, the agency protest will be dismissed.

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