Canned Vegetable Products

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for canned vegetable products. This acquisition is 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 USDA has an Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) 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 2000011251, and it is an invitation for bid (IFB) for canned vegetable products.