TURKEY AND TURKEY PRODUCTS "for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs"

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking bids for turkey and turkey products for use in domestic food assistance programs. This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, and the full text of these provisions and clauses can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. • The USDA is committed to issuing solicitations and awarding contracts in a fair and prompt manner. • The USDA Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) was established to address protest issues within the agency. • Interested parties are encouraged to resolve concerns through USDA's internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums. • The solicitation number for this opportunity is 12-3J14-26-B-0177. • The NAICS code for this opportunity is 311615.