Section 32 Frozen Strawberries

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for frozen strawberries under the Section 32 program. This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, which 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 has an Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) to address protest issues within the agency. • The OPAP program offers an alternative to costly and time-consuming litigation. • Interested parties are encouraged to resolve concerns through the USDA's internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums. • The solicitation number is 2000011302, and the acquisition is for commercial products or commercial services. • The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.