Condensed CANNED Vegetable SOUP, for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the Agricultural Marketing Service, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB), solicitation number 2000011253, for Condensed Canned Vegetable Soup. This opportunity is for the procurement of soup for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs. Offers are due by April 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This acquisition seeks to procure Condensed Canned Vegetable Soup to support various Domestic Food Assistance Programs. The solicitation is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Solicitation Number: 2000011253
- Set-Aside: Not set-aside
- Product Service Code: 8915 (Fruits And Vegetables)
- Response Due: April 30, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: April 16, 2026
Additional Information
This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, which can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
Agency Protest Information: The USDA Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) is available for resolving concerns. Interested parties are encouraged to first address issues with the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, informal discussions can be held with the Ombudsman. Formal agency protests can be filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman (SPE.inquiry@usda.gov) and must comply with FAR 33.104 requirements. Filing a protest with USDA implies agreement not to pursue the same matter with the GAO or other external forums concurrently.
Contact Information
- Primary: Adrienne Collins (Adrienne.Collins@usda.gov, 202-720-7210)
- Secondary: David Cottrell (david.cottrell@usda.gov, 202-260-9183)