WHOLE EGGS, HARD COOKED EGGS, & SHELL EGGS for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking bids for whole eggs, hard-cooked eggs, and shell eggs for use in domestic food assistance programs. 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 is committed to fair, transparent, and efficient acquisitions. • Interested parties with concerns about the solicitation or subsequent award should first submit their concern directly to the Contracting Officer. • The USDA encourages all parties to seek resolution with 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.