Section 32 Dry Edible Beans, Peas and Lentils for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

This USDA solicitation (IFB 12‑3J14‑26‑B‑0386) seeks offers for dry edible beans, peas, and lentils to be used in Domestic Food Assistance Programs under Section 32. The requirement is partially set‑aside for small businesses (80 % overall, with an additional 10 % set‑aside for Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Businesses on specific items). Products are listed by USDA commodity codes and packaging specifications (e.g., 12‑lb bags, 24‑lb bags). Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and meet the 700‑employee size standard for small‑business eligibility. The solicitation incorporates standard FAR clauses and provides protest procedures, but no specific bid‑submission deadline, pre‑bid meeting, or site‑visit is mentioned. • Procurement of dry beans, peas, and lentils (multiple commodity codes) for food assistance. • 80 % small‑business set‑aside; 10 % SDVOSB set‑aside on selected items. • NAICS 311999 – All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing; Product Service Code 8915. • No explicit timeline, award date, or contract length provided. • Primary contact: Leeanna Balsley (USDA), email [email protected], phone (913) 340‑3152.