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TEFAP Fresh Produce for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

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12-3J14-26-B-0348Federal

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This solicitation seeks commercial fresh produce for use in domestic food assistance programs under the TEFAP initiative, issued as an Invitation for Bid with the solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0348. The acquisition is exclusively reserved for small business concerns and is being conducted under FAR Part 12 procedures, meaning it is treated as a commercial acquisition with simplified contracting methods. Bids must be submitted by the deadline of August 7, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. EDT, and the offering is managed by the USDA AMS 3J14 office in Washington, DC. No separate written solicitation will be issued; this announcement serves as the complete and only solicitation document, incorporating all applicable provisions and clauses by reference through acquisition.gov. The USDA has established a structured internal protest process through its Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests to ensure fair and timely resolution of concerns. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to first engage with the Contracting Officer informally before escalating issues to the Ombudsman, either informally or through a formal agency protest. Formal protests must be filed within the timeframe specified in FAR 33.104 and include all required information as outlined in the regulation; failure to comply may result in dismissal. Protest submissions must be sent electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer, and filing a protest with USDA precludes simultaneous pursuit of the same matter at the Government Accountability Office or other external forums. Contract award or performance may be suspended during a formal protest unless the agency determines an urgent or compelling reason to proceed. The USDA aims to resolve all protests within 35 calendar days of filing.

General Info

USDA seeks small business fresh produce bids for TEFAP via FAR Part 12, deadline August 7, 2026, with internal protest process.

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Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14View Agency

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311991 - Perishable Prepared Food ManufacturingView NAICS

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14
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OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA
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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.


Solicitation number 2000011432 is issued as an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Mixed Fresh Produce.


This acquisition is a 100% 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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Evaporated Milk and Ultra High Temperature Milk Products for use in Domestic Food Assistance ProgramsThe U.S. Department of Agriculture is soliciting bids for Evaporated Milk and Ultra High Temperature Milk Products to support domestic food assistance programs under solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0353, issued as an invitation for bid with no separate written solicitation. This acquisition is not set aside for small businesses and is classified under NAICS code 311514, targeting commercial products for institutional use. The solicitation was posted on July 17, 2026, and responses are due by July 31, 2026, with performance to be carried out under the oversight of the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service in Washington, D.C. All provisions and clauses referenced in the solicitation are accessible via www.acquisition.gov, and offers must comply with federal procurement regulations without additional documentation. The USDA has established an internal Agency Protests program through its Ombudsman Program to provide an alternative dispute resolution process for concerns related to procurement fairness. Interested parties are encouraged to first address issues informally with the contracting officer before escalating to a formal protest filed with either the contracting officer or the Ombudsman. Formal protests require prior good faith efforts to resolve concerns and must include all information mandated by FAR 33.104(a)(3) to avoid dismissal. Protest submissions must be made electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the contracting officer, and agency protests take precedence over external filings—once filed internally, external actions with the GAO or other forums are preempted. The USDA aims to resolve formal protests within 35 calendar days, with contract awards or performance suspended during review unless waived for urgent or compelling reasons. Primary point of contact is Michael Eichorst, with Jenny Babiuch as secondary contact for inquiries.
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NAICS: 311511
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Fresh Fluid Milk for Use in Domestic Food Assistance ProgramsThe U.S. Department of Agriculture is soliciting bids for Fresh Fluid Milk to support domestic food assistance programs under solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0347, issued as an Invitation for Bid with a response deadline of July 30, 2026. This procurement is not set aside for small businesses and is governed by commercial acquisition procedures, with all applicable provisions and clauses incorporated by reference and accessible through www.acquisition.gov. The contract aims to supply milk for federal nutrition initiatives, with performance anticipated to support USDA’s mission in food assistance. Bids must be submitted by the specified deadline, and all inquiries should be directed to the primary point of contact, Ashley Leviege, or secondary contact Jenny Babiuch. The USDA provides a structured internal protest mechanism through its Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests to resolve procurement disputes without resorting to external litigation. Interested parties are required to first attempt informal resolution with the Contracting Officer before escalating to a formal protest submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer. Formal protests must include all information mandated by FAR 33.104(a)(3) and be filed within the prescribed timelines; failure to comply may result in dismissal. The agency commits to resolving formal protests within 35 calendar days and will suspend contract award or performance during protest review unless an urgent justification is provided. By filing an agency protest, the protester agrees not to pursue the same issue with the Government Accountability Office or any other external forum while the internal process is active.
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NAICS: 311999
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SHELL EGGS for use in Domestic Food Assistance ProgramsThis solicitation, numbered 12-3J14-26-B-0361, seeks bids for shell eggs intended for use in domestic food assistance programs and is issued as a combined synopsis and solicitation under FAR part 5.101(d), with no separate written documentation to follow. The acquisition is designated as a partial small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, meaning only eligible small business concerns may submit offers. The NAICS code 311999 applies, and the contract is managed by the USDA AMS 3J14 office located in Washington, DC. Responses must be submitted by July 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time, with the solicitation posted on July 16, 2026. Primary and secondary points of contact are provided for inquiries, and all terms are governed by provisions and clauses referenced from www.acquisition.gov. The USDA’s Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) provides a structured process for resolving concerns related to this procurement, encouraging parties to first engage with the Contracting Officer informally before escalating to a formal protest. Formal protests must include all information required by FAR 33.104(a)(3), be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer, and be filed within applicable timelines. Protest submission suspends contract award or performance unless the government determines urgent or compelling reasons justify continuing. The agency aims to resolve protests within 35 calendar days. By filing a protest with the USDA, the protester waives the right to pursue the same issue with the Government Accountability Office or any other external forum while the agency protest remains active.
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NAICS: 311211
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Wheat, Bakery, and Bulk Bakery Flour ProductsThe U.S. Department of Agriculture is soliciting bids for Wheat, Bakery, and Bulk Bakery Flour Products under solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0328, issued as an Invitation for Bid under a combined synopsis/solicitation format. This acquisition is exclusively set aside for small business concerns and is governed by FAR provisions incorporated by reference, with full text available at www.acquisition.gov. The solicitation was posted on July 15, 2026, and bids must be submitted by 6:00 PM ET on July 28, 2026. The contract will be administered by the USDA AMS 3J14 office in Washington, D.C., with primary point of contact Chanel Robinson and secondary contact Philip Helmer. Performance location details are not specified, but offers must comply with the NAICS code 311211 for cereal milling. The USDA has established a formal Agency Protest process through its Ombudsman Program to provide an internal alternative to external litigation. Interested parties must first attempt to resolve concerns informally with the Contracting Officer before escalating to the Ombudsman. Formal protests may be filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman, and upon submission, contract award or performance will be suspended unless justified in writing as urgent or in the government’s best interest. Protests must be filed within the timelines prescribed by FAR 33.104 and include all required information, or they risk delay or dismissal. The agency aims to resolve protests within 35 calendar days. Filing a protest with the USDA precludes simultaneous pursuit of the same matter with the Government Accountability Office or other external forums, and formal protests must be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer.
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