Frozen Beef Coarse Ground Products for Domestic Food Assistance Programs

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking bids for Frozen Beef Coarse Ground Products for Domestic Food Assistance Programs. This acquisition is a partial set-aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, which can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. • The USDA encourages interested parties to seek resolution through the Contracting Officer before filing an agency protest. • The protest must state whether the protester elects review by the Contracting Officer or the USDA Independent Review Authority. • Protests must be filed within the timeframes specified in FAR 33.104. • Contract awards or performance will be suspended during the protest period unless justified in writing for urgent and compelling reasons or determined to be in the best interest of the Government.