Chicken Fajita Strips for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for Chicken Fajita Strips for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, identified as Solicitation Number 12-3J14-26-B-0261. An amendment (A01, dated May 1, 2026) updated the solicitation to include a 50% Small Business set-aside. Offers are due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The opportunity is for the procurement of Chicken Fajita Strips. These products are intended for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bids (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Solicitation Number: 12-3J14-26-B-0261 (WBSCM NO: 2000011318)
- Set-Aside: 50% Small Business Set-Aside (as per Amendment A01)
- Offers Due: May 8, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: May 1, 2026
Agency Protest Information
The USDA offers an Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) to address protest issues internally. Interested parties are encouraged to resolve concerns through USDA's internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process.
- Informal Forum: Direct concerns to the Contracting Officer first. If unresolved, contact the USDA Ombudsman. This informal process does not suspend time requirements for formal protests.
- Formal Agency Protest: Protesters must first attempt to resolve concerns with the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, a formal protest can be filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman (SPE.inquiry@usda.gov). Contract awards or performance may be suspended during the protest period. The agency aims to resolve protests within 35 calendar days. Protests must include information per FAR 33.104(a)(3) and adhere to FAR 33.104 timeliness.
- Election of Forum: Initiating a protest with USDA means the protester agrees not to pursue the same matter with external forums like the GAO while the agency protest is pending.
Contact Information
- Primary: Kennetta Boone (kennetta.boone@usda.gov)
- Secondary: Carrie Meyers (carrie.meyers@usda.gov)