Crackers for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for the provision of crackers for use in domestic food assistance programs. The solicitation is open to all eligible bidders, and the acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The USDA is committed to issuing solicitations and awarding contracts in a fair and prompt manner. • The USDA has an Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) to address protest issues within the agency. • Interested parties can resolve concerns through the USDA's internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums. • The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, which can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. • The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.