Description
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking bids for the procurement of bulk apples for further processing in Shelby, MI, for use in domestic food assistance programs. The solicitation is expected to be available on or after the start date and will be available electronically through the USDA Web Based Supply Chain Management (WBSCM) system. The contract type will be firm-fixed-price, and the anticipated date of receipt for offers is listed as 01/21/2026.
• The USDA is looking for a supplier to provide 2,019,600 pounds of apples for further processing.
• The contract will be awarded based on the lowest price, and the contractor must meet the AMS vendor qualification requirements.
• The solicitation includes various small business set-asides and price evaluation preferences for qualified HUBZone small businesses.
• The contractor must ensure that the commodities and products of agricultural commodities acquired under this contract are grown, processed, and prepared for sale or distribution exclusively in the United States.