Section 32 Walnuts, Solicitation NO: 2000011363
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 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (IFB 2000011363) for Section 32 Walnuts. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Offers are due by June 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of Section 32 Walnuts. The full announcement constitutes the only solicitation, incorporating provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Invitation for Bid - IFB)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: 8925 - Sugar, Confectionery, And Nuts
- Offers Due: June 9, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: June 2, 2026
Evaluation
As an Invitation for Bid (IFB), award will typically be made to the responsible bidder whose bid conforms to the solicitation and is the most advantageous to the Government, considering only price and price-related factors.
Additional Notes
The USDA highlights its Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP), encouraging interested parties to resolve concerns informally with the Contracting Officer or formally with the Ombudsman before pursuing external forums. Formal protests under OPAP should be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer, adhering to FAR 33.104 timeliness and information requirements.