RICE for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking bids for the procurement of rice for use in domestic food assistance programs. The contract type will be firm-fixed-price, and deliveries are to be made to various locations in the United States on an FOB destination basis. The solicitation includes various small business set-asides, and the anticipated date of receipt for offers is 01/26/2026. • The USDA is seeking bids for different types of rice, including brown and long grain rice. • The contract will be for a firm-fixed-price, and the contractor must deliver the rice to various locations in the United States. • The solicitation includes small business set-asides, and the contractor must meet the AMS vendor qualification requirements. • The USDA will evaluate bids based on price and other factors, and the award will be made to the responsible bidder whose bid is determined to be the best value to the government.