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U.S. Department Of Agriculture·District of Columbia

Ready to Eat Cereal Products for Domestic Food Assistance

Closes 4/17/2026$5M – $7MRequest for Proposal
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Description

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking proposals for Ready to Eat (RTE) cereal products to support domestic feeding programs. The contractor will provide high-quality, nutritious RTE cereal that meets the specifications outlined in the solicitation document. The cereal products must be suitable for large-scale distribution and consumption with minimal preparation. Low sugar content and whole grain options are preferred. The contractor will provide the type of cereal available and ensure that all products meet FDA requirements for safe contact with food. • The contract will be for a period of one year, with a total estimated quantity of 600 truckloads. • The delivery period is from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027. • The contractor must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, executive orders, rules, and regulations related to its performance under this contract. • The contractor must have an approved food defense plan by the bid opening/solicitation close date and maintain it throughout the contract. • The contractor must ensure that all containers and packaging materials meet FDA requirements for safe contact with food and comply with the Coalition of Northeast Governors (CONEG) model legislation.

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Contact

Wendy Penn

[email protected]

Key dates

Opened
4/3/2026
Closes
4/17/2026
Duration
1 year

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
NAICS
311230
Solicitation №
12-3J14-26-B-0209

Budget estimate

$5,000,000 – $7,000,000

The budget for this opportunity can be estimated based on the total estimated quantity of 600 truckloads and the average cost of ready-to-eat cereal products. Assuming an average cost of $2.50 per pound and an average truckload weight of 40,000 pounds, the total estimated budget would be around $6 million. However, this is a rough estimate and the actual budget may vary depending on the prices proposed by the contractor and the final contract award.

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