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Packaging and Kitting of Fresh Fruit Cases

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This contract involves the packaging and assembly of mandarin tangerines into 5-pound bags, with each case containing six bags. The work must comply with USDA food safety and labeling standards, ensuring that the final product meets regulatory requirements for quality and consumer information. The contract falls under the NAICS code 311999, which pertains to miscellaneous food manufacturing activities. The contract is a subcontract opportunity posted by the Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), with no specified location for performance. While the solicitation number and point of contact are not provided, the contract's main focus is on the proper handling, packaging, and kitting of fresh fruit cases to maintain product integrity and adherence to government standards. This contract supports USDA's mission to ensure safe, accurately labeled fresh produce reaches the market efficiently.

General Info

Packaging and assembling USDA-compliant 5-pound mandarin tangerine bags in six-bag cases.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

NAICS

311999 - All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing

Place of Performance

DC

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 12-3J14-26-B-0077-0001.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Section 32 Fresh Mandarin and Tangerine for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

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PostedJan 15

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

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Full Description

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Assembly of mandarin tangerines into 5-pound bags with six bags per case, meeting USDA food safety and labeling standards.

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