Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for Extra Virgin Olive Oil for use in Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs. This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, and 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 USDA has a formal agency protest process, which includes independent review and resolution timeline.