WHOLE EGGS, HARD COOKED EGGS AND SHELL EGGS for use in the National School Lunch Program and other Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs Under Section 32

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for whole eggs, hard-cooked eggs, and shell eggs for use in the National School Lunch Program and other Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs under Section 32. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, and the full text of these provisions and clauses can 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 acquisition is for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 5.101(d).