Dry Edible Beans

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for dry edible beans. This acquisition is a set-aside for small business concerns and service-disabled veteran-owned small business. 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 Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) is available 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 is 2000011260, and it is issued as an invitation for bid (IFB) for dry edible beans.