FROZEN COOKED BEEF PRODUCTS

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for frozen cooked beef products for use in the Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs. This acquisition is a set-aside for small business concerns. 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 the USDA's internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums. • The USDA has a goal to resolve protests within 35 calendar days from the date of filing.