Bison Products for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (IFB) – solicitation number 12‑3J14‑26‑B‑0182 – for the procurement of bison products to support Domestic Food Assistance Programs. This commercial‑products acquisition (NAICS 311611) is not set aside for small businesses and incorporates all required provisions and clauses by reference, available electronically at www.acquisition.gov. Offers are requested under this single solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued. The contract will be performed in Washington, D.C., and the deadline for receipt of offers is 31 March 2026, 13:00 (ET). The point of contact is Kevin Day (kevin.day@usda.gov; 202‑690‑3154). The solicitation includes USDA’s Ombudsman Program for agency protests. Contract award or performance will be suspended during any protest period unless justified in writing for urgent, compelling reasons. Protesters must first attempt resolution with the Contracting Officer and may then file a formal protest with the Ombudsman or the Contracting Officer, following FAR 33.104 requirements. The agency aims to resolve protests within 35 calendar days. All protest filings must be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer.

Notice ID

2baa1ba3c1544f779f189f4ac1dcafe4

Solicitation Number

12-3J14-26-B-0182

NAICS Code

311611

Classification Code

8905