Amendment for Section 32 Fresh Pears Solicitation 2000011217

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing a solicitation for Section 32 Fresh Pears. 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, and the full text of these provisions and clauses can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. Key aspects of this opportunity include: • 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 the USDA's internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums. • The solicitation number is 2000011217, and it is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12.