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Subcontracting with Indian-Owned Enterprises (Incentive Opportunity)

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This contract offers a unique opportunity for Indian-owned businesses and tribal organizations to become subcontractors in the supply chain activities related to wild rice, including its supply, packaging, and hauling. The primary objective is to support the prime contractor in securing a 5% incentive payment by engaging these specific subcontractors, fostering economic participation for Indian enterprises within this sector. The contract falls under the NAICS code 111991, which pertains to agricultural production. Issued by the Department of Agriculture under the Agricultural Marketing Service office, this subcontract opportunity was posted in early March 2026. While specific details about the solicitation number, office location, and point of contact were not provided, interested parties can access more information through the designated government procurement link. This initiative underscores the USDA’s commitment to supporting minority-owned businesses, particularly those owned by Indian entities, by integrating them into federal contracting activities within agricultural markets.

General Info

Supports Indian-owned businesses as subcontractors in wild rice supply chain for USDA incentive.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

NAICS

111991 - Sugar Beet Farming

Place of Performance

DC

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 12-3J14-26-B-0165.

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

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WILD RICE for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

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PostedMar 4

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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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Opportunity for Indian-owned businesses or tribal organizations to participate as subcontractors in wild rice supply, packaging, or hauling to enable prime contractor to earn a 5% incentive payment.

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