Rice Products

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking bids for rice products. This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, and the full text of these provisions and clauses can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. • The USDA has an informal forum with the Ombudsman for addressing concerns about the procurement process. • The agency has a formal protest process, which includes an independent review by the Ombudsman. • Protests must be filed within the timeframes specified in FAR 33.104. • The agency's goal is to resolve protests within 35 calendar days from the date of filing.