SECTION 32 CHICKEN AND OTHER CHICKEN PRODUCTS for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for Section 32 Chicken and Other Chicken products for use in the Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs. This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. Some key points to consider 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 USDA’s internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums. • The USDA has established a procedure for filing formal agency protests, which includes submitting the protest electronically to [email protected] and the Contracting Officer.