Fresh Tomatoes for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for fresh tomatoes to be used in domestic food assistance programs. The acquisition is not set aside for small business concerns, and the solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may 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) was established to address protest issues within the agency. • Interested parties are encouraged to resolve concerns through USDA's internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums. • The solicitation number is 2000011243, and it is issued as an invitation for bid (IFB) for fresh tomatoes.