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Third-Party Container Inspection Services

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Response Deadline02/27/2027, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract for Third-Party Container Inspection Services supports the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service by performing condition of container inspections for prime contractors on food shipments. The selected provider must utilize AMS SCI program tools and checklists to ensure all inspections align with AMS Federal Inspection Office standards. To qualify, the contractor must be an authorized AMS Federal Inspection Office or a qualified inspector capable of delivering detailed inspection reports and certifications of container condition. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 541380 and is managed by the Department of Agriculture. Interested parties must submit their responses by February 27, 2027. This engagement focuses on maintaining quality and safety standards for food shipments through rigorous verification of shipping container integrity.

General Info

USDA subcontract for food container inspections by authorized inspectors, due February 27, 2027.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

DC

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 12-3J14-Notice-26-018.

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

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Updated Master Invitation for Bids - Domestic Commodity Procurement (MIFB-D)

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Timeline

PostedAug 27

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Response DeadlineFeb 27

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

02/27/2027, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 4 months

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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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Performs Condition of Container Inspections for prime contractors on USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) food shipments. Inspects shipping containers using AMS SCI program tools and checklists based on AMS Federal Inspection Office standards. Requires authorization as an AMS Federal Inspection Office or qualified inspector. Delivers inspection reports and certifications of container condition.

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