Master Invitation for Bids for International Commodity Procurements (MIFB-I)

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking bids for international commodity procurements. The Master Invitation for Bids (MIFB-I) provides contract clauses and solicitation provisions applicable to the solicitation of bids and award of contracts for various commodities used in U.S. Government international food assistance programs. The commodities include agricultural products such as wheat flour, cornmeal, soybean oil, and rice, among others. Bidders must submit their offers electronically via the Web Based Supply Chain Management Computer System (WBSCM). The USDA will evaluate bids based on the lowest-landed cost to deliver the products to the overseas destination. Key aspects of the job include: • Providing commodities that meet the USDA's specifications and requirements • Ensuring timely delivery of the commodities • Complying with all applicable federal laws and regulations, including those related to anti-discrimination and diversity, equity, and inclusion • Submitting offers electronically via WBSCM • Providing certifications and assurances as required by the solicitation The USDA will award contracts to the successful bidders, and the contracts will be subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the MIFB-I.