C04 1240LP26Q0204.pdf

PDF 341 KB Posted

Attached to
Cibola National Forest Culvert Supply
Solicitation number
1240LP26Q0204
Issued by

About this file

This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the USDA Forest Service for the purchase of galvanized corrugated metal culvert pipe, coupling bands, and shipping services. The solicitation number is 1240LP26Q0204, with a quote due date of October 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time. This is a competitive total small business set-aside with a 100% reservation for small businesses, and the NAICS code is 332996 with a size standard of 550 employees.

The Government requires delivery of 480 linear feet of 24-inch diameter galvanized corrugated culvert metal pipe (16-gauge steel in 20-foot lengths), 12 each of 24-inch diameter CMP coupling bands with hardware and gaskets, and shipping services on an F.O.B. Destination basis to the Magdalena Ranger District Supply Yard in Magdalena, New Mexico. All products must conform to FP-24 Section 707.02 Metallic-Coated Corrugated Steel Pipe Specifications and applicable AASHTO recommendations. Delivery is required within 45 calendar days after award. Quotations will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, with award made to the responsible offeror whose quotation is technically acceptable and represents the lowest evaluated price determined fair and reasonable. Offerors must submit completed pricing for all line items, technical documentation demonstrating product conformance to specifications, confirmation of delivery timeline, contractor information (name, address, UEI, point of contact), SAM.gov registration status, and any exceptions or deviations from requirements. The Government anticipates issuing a firm-fixed-price purchase order as a result of this solicitation. Quotation validity is 30 calendar days from the due date. Questions must be submitted by September 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time. All applicable FAR and AGAR clauses are incorporated by reference, including Buy American requirements, small business limitations on subcontracting, and standard commercial item procurement terms.

View the file

Other files

File Type Posted
C05 1240LP26Q0204 A00001.pdf PDF
FAR 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate.docx DOCX document

On GovTribe

Work with this file

  • Download the original file
  • Contacts named in this file
  • Similar government files
  • Ask GovTribe AI about this file

Text version

SEE ADDENDUMIS CHECKED

CODE 18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CODE

FACILITYCODE

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN OFFER

OFFEROR

40LP

OGDEN UT 84401-2310

324 25TH ST

USDA-FS CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 4

8390 CODE 16. ADMINISTERED BYCODE

X

X

X

332996

SIZE STANDARD:

100.00 % FOR:SET ASIDE:UNRESTRICTED OR40LP

REQUEST FOR

PROPOSAL

(RFP)

INVITATION

FOR BID (IFB)

10. THIS ACQUISITION ISCODE

REQUEST FOR

QUOTE (RFQ)

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

13b. RATING

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY

CLASSIFICATION STANDARD

(NAICS):

SMALL BUSINESS

10/07/2026 1000 MT

09/25/2026

605-517-1170STEPHEN HOLLY

(No collect calls)

INFORMATION CALL:

FOR SOLICITATION 8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL TIMEb. TELEPHONE NUMBERa. NAME

4. ORDER NUMBER3. AWARD/ 6. SOLICITATION

1240LP26Q0204

5. SOLICITATION NUMBER

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS 1. REQUISITION NUMBER PAGE OF

1 15 1174540OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

TELEPHONE NO.

17a. CONTRACTOR/

15. DELIVER TO

USDA FOREST SERVICE MAGDALENA RANGER DISTRICT

4054 NM State Highway 107 Magdalena, NM 87825

OGDEN UT 84401-2310

324 25TH ST

9. ISSUED BY

7.

2. CONTRACT NO.

EFFECTIVE DATE

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK BELOW

ISSUE DATE

DELIVERY FOR FREE ON BOARD

(FOB) DESTINATION UNLESS

BLOCK IS MARKED

11.

SEE SCHEDULEX

12. DISCOUNT TERMS THIS CONTRACT IS A RATED

ORDER UNDER THE DEFENSE

PRIORITIES AND ALLOCATIONS

SYSTEM - DPAS (15 CFR 700)

13a.

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

(SDVOSB)

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

8(A)

USDA-FS CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 4

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL

BUSINESS (WOSB)

ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL

BUSINESS (EDWOSB)

24.

AMOUNT

23.

UNIT PRICE

22.

UNIT

21.

QUANTITY

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

19.

ITEM NO.

Delivery: 45 Days After Award

0001 24-inch diameter galvanized corrugated culvert 480 LF metal pipe Product/Service Code: 4710 Product/Service Description: PIPE, TUBE AND RIGID

TUBING

0002 24 inch diameter CMP coupling bands with hardware 12 EA Continued ...

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

X

XX

DATED

STEPHEN D. HOLLY

. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION (BLOCK 5),

INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE SET FORTH

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND DELIVER

ARE

ARE

31c. DATE SIGNED

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA

31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY ADDITIONAL

SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED.

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE (FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION) FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3

AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA

26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Government Use Only)

OFFER

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 11/2021)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

ARE NOT ATTACHED.

ARE NOT ATTACHED.

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REFERENCE

32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32c. DATE 32b. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

ACCEPTED, AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED:

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

RECEIVED INSPECTED

40. PAID BY39. S/R VOUCHER NUMBER38. S/R ACCOUNT NUMBER

37. CHECK NUMBER

FINALPARTIAL

36. PAYMENT

FINALPARTIAL

35. AMOUNT VERIFIED

CORRECT FOR

34. VOUCHER NUMBER33. SHIP NUMBER

COMPLETE

32g. E-MAIL OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

42d. TOTAL CONTAINERS42c. DATE REC'D (YY/MM/DD)

42b. RECEIVED AT (Location)

42a. RECEIVED BY (Print)

41c. DATE41b. SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF CERTIFYING OFFICER

41a. I CERTIFY THIS ACCOUNT IS CORRECT AND PROPER FOR PAYMENT

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 11/2021) BACK

24.

AMOUNT

23.

UNIT PRICE

22.

UNIT

21.

QUANTITY

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

19.

ITEM NO.

and gaskets

Product/Service Code: 4710

Product/Service Description: PIPE, TUBE AND RIGID

TUBING

0003 Shipping 1 LS

Product/Service Code: 4710

Product/Service Description: PIPE, TUBE AND RIGID

TUBING

32f. TELEPHONE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32d. PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

15 2 of

1. Statement of Requirement

The USDA Forest Service, Cibola National Forest, requires galvanized corrugated metal culvert pipe, coupling bands, and shipping to the Magdalena Ranger District Supply Yard in Magdalena, New Mexico.

The contractor shall provide all materials, transportation, delivery, and related services necessary to furnish and deliver the items listed in the Schedule of Items. The products shall conform to the specifications identified below and shall be delivered to the designated delivery location.

The requirement is for commercial products and is anticipated to result in a firm-fixed-price purchase order.

2. Schedule of Items

Offerors shall provide pricing for all line items. Failure to provide pricing for all line items may result in the quotation being determined ineligible for award.

CLIN Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Price

24-inch diameter galvanized corrugated culvert metal pipe, 16-gauge thickness steel, 20-foot lengths. Pipe shall conform to Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects FP-24, Section 707.02, Metallic- Coated Corrugated Steel Pipe Specifications, and applicable AASHTO recommendations.

480 LF $_____ $_____

24-inch diameter CMP coupling bands with hardware and gaskets.

Coupling bands shall conform to Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects FP-24, Section 707.02, Metallic- Coated Corrugated Steel Pipe Specifications, and applicable AASHTO recommendations.

12 EA $_____ $_____

Shipping, F.O.B.

Destination, to Magdalena Ranger District Supply Yard, Magdalena, NM.

1 LOT $_____ $_____

Total Evaluated Price

3. Delivery Information

Delivery is required 45 days after award.

All items shall be delivered F.O.B. Destination to:

USDA Forest Service Magdalena Ranger District Supply Yard 4054 NM State Highway 107 Magdalena, NM 87825

The contractor shall coordinate delivery date and time with the Government requestor to ensure crew and equipment are available for offloading.

Government Requestor:

Patrick Burkett Cibola National Forest 2113 Osuna Road NW Albuquerque, NM 87120

Phone: 505-346-3883 Email: Patrick.Burkett@usda.gov

Early deliveries may be accepted only if coordinated in advance with the Government requestor.

4. Technical Requirements

To be technically acceptable, the quoted products shall meet the following minimum requirements:

1. Culvert Pipe o 24-inch diameter galvanized corrugated metal pipe.

o 16-gauge steel.

o Supplied in 20-foot lengths.

o Total quantity: 480 linear feet.

o Shall conform to FP-24, Section 707.02, Metallic-Coated Corrugated Steel Pipe Specifications.

o Shall conform to applicable AASHTO recommendations.

2. Coupling Bands o 24-inch diameter corrugated metal pipe coupling bands.

o Shall include required hardware and gaskets.

o Quantity: 12 each.

o Shall conform to FP-24, Section 707.02, Metallic-Coated Corrugated Steel Pipe Specifications.

o Shall conform to applicable AASHTO recommendations.

3. Shipping o Shipping shall be included as a separately priced line item.

o Delivery shall be F.O.B. Destination to the Magdalena Ranger District Supply Yard.

o Contractor shall coordinate delivery with the Government requestor.

4. Delivery Schedule o Contractor shall deliver all items within 45 calendar days after award unless otherwise approved in writing by the Contracting Officer.

5. Technical Data

No drawings, schematics, or additional technical data are available from the Government.

Offerors are responsible for ensuring quoted products meet the specifications listed in this solicitation, including FP-24, Section 707.02, Metallic-Coated Corrugated Steel Pipe Specifications, and applicable AASHTO recommendations.

6. Award Type

The Government anticipates award of a firm-fixed-price purchase order as a result of this solicitation.

The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Therefore, to be considered for award, offerors shall submit pricing for all items.

7. Evaluation and Basis for Award – LPTA

FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services, is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of that provision, quotations will be evaluated in accordance with FAR Part 12 and simplified acquisition procedures.

Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation conforms to the solicitation, is technically acceptable, and represents the lowest evaluated price determined fair and reasonable.

The Government will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable evaluation methodology.

Tradeoffs will not be conducted. Award will not be made to a higher-priced quotation if a lower-priced quotation is technically acceptable and otherwise eligible for award.

7.1 Evaluation Factors

Quotations will be evaluated using the following factors:

1. Technical Acceptability

2. Price

3. Responsibility

7.2 Technical Acceptability

Technical acceptability will be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis.

A quotation will be considered technically acceptable if it clearly demonstrates that the offeror will provide products that meet all minimum requirements of this solicitation.

To be considered technically acceptable, the offeror shall submit sufficient information to demonstrate the following:

Technical Requirement Acceptability Standard

Culvert pipe

Quote clearly confirms 24-inch diameter galvanized corrugated metal pipe, 16-gauge steel, 20-foot lengths, conforming to FP-24 Section 707.02 and applicable AASHTO recommendations.

Coupling bands Quote clearly confirms 24-inch diameter CMP coupling bands with hardware and gaskets, conforming to FP-24 Section 707.02 and applicable AASHTO recommendations.

Quantity Quote provides the required quantities for all CLINs.

Delivery Quote confirms delivery within 45 calendar days after award.

Shipping Quote includes shipping to the specified F.O.B. Destination delivery location.

Complete pricing Quote includes unit and total prices for all CLINs.

A quotation that fails to demonstrate compliance with the minimum technical requirements may be rated technically unacceptable and may be excluded from further consideration.

7.3 Price Evaluation

Price will be evaluated by adding the total price for all CLINs to determine the total evaluated price.

The Government will evaluate price to determine whether it is fair and reasonable. Price reasonableness may be determined using one or more methods permitted by the FAR, including but not limited to comparison of quotations received, comparison to historical prices, market research, or other price analysis techniques.

The lowest-priced quotation will be evaluated first for technical acceptability. If the lowest-priced quotation is technically acceptable and the price is determined fair and reasonable, award may be made without evaluating higher-priced quotations. If the lowest-priced quotation is technically unacceptable, the Government may evaluate the next lowest-priced quotation and continue this process until a technically acceptable quotation is identified.

7.4 Responsibility

Award will be made only to a responsible contractor. The Government may consider information available in SAM.gov, Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System, past performance records, exclusions, or other available sources when determining responsibility.

8. Quotation Submission Instructions

Offerors shall submit quotations by email to the Contracting Officer listed below.

Contracting Officer:

Stephen D. Holly Email: stephen.holly@usda.gov

Quotation due date:

October 7, 2026, 10:00 AM Mountain Time

Offerors shall include the solicitation number 1240LP26Q0204 in the subject line of all correspondence and quotation submissions.

At a minimum, quotations shall include:

1. Completed pricing for all CLINs.

2. Technical description, product data sheet, or written confirmation demonstrating the offered products meet the specifications. Complete BAA Certificate.

3. Confirmation of delivery within 45 calendar days after award.

4. Contractor name, address, UEI, and point of contact.

5. Representation that the offeror is registered in SAM.gov and eligible for award.

6. Any exceptions, assumptions, or deviations from the solicitation requirements. If no exceptions are taken, the offeror should state “No exceptions.”

The Government reserves the right to make award without discussions.

9. Period for Acceptance of Offers

The offeror agrees to hold the prices in its quotation firm for 30 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of quotations.

10. Questions

Questions concerning this solicitation shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer.

Questions should include the solicitation number 1240LP26Q0204 in the subject line.

Questions are due no later than:

September 29, 2026, 12:00 PM Mountain Time

Responses to questions may be posted as an amendment to the solicitation.

12. Competitive Contract Action

This is a competitive total small business set-aside.

13. FAR and AGAR Clauses and Provisions

The clauses and provisions contained herein are applicable to any order awarded as a result of this solicitation. The terms and conditions set forth herein supersede all other terms and conditions. Acceptance of the order constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions contained herein.

13.1 FAR 52.252-2 – Clauses Incorporated by Reference

52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference Feb 1998

This solicitation incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at:

https://www.acquisition.gov/

The following clauses are incorporated by reference:

• 52.212-4, Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services

• 52.203-17, Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights

• 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements

• 52.204-13, System for Award Management—Maintenance

• 52.209-6, Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment

• 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations

• 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside

• 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting

• 52.219-33, Nonmanufacturer Rule

• 52.222-3, Convict Labor

• 52.222-19, Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies

• 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons

• 52.223-23, Sustainable Products and Services

• 52.225-1, Buy American—Supplies

• 52.226-8, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving

• 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System for Award Management

• 52.232-39, Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations

• 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors

• 52.233-3, Protest After Award

• 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim

• 52.244-6, Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services

• 52.247-34, F.O.B. Destination

13.2 Other Applicable FAR Clauses

The following additional FAR clauses apply:

52.246-15 Certificate of Conformance

The contractor shall furnish a Certificate of Conformance when requested by the Government or when required to demonstrate that the supplied products conform to the solicitation specifications.

52.247-34 F.O.B. Destination

The contractor is responsible for delivery to the Government-designated destination. Title and risk of loss pass to the Government upon delivery and acceptance at destination.

13.3 FAR 52.252-1 – Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference Feb 1998

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that shall be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer.

The full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at:

https://www.acquisition.gov/ https://www.acquisition.gov/

The following provisions are incorporated by reference:

• 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services

• 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements—Representation

• 52.204-7, System for Award Management—Registration

• 52.209-2, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations— Representation

• 52.209-11, Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law

• 52.225-2, Buy American Certificate

• 52.225-18, Place of Manufacture

14. AGAR Clauses

The following AGAR clauses are included in full text in accordance with agency procedures.

452.204-70 Modification for Contract Closeout

(a) If unliquidated funds in the amount of $1,000 or less remain on the contract, the Contracting Officer may issue a unilateral modification for deobligation. The contractor will receive a copy of the modification but is not required to provide a signature. The Contracting Officer will immediately proceed with contract closeout upon completion of the period of performance, receipt and acceptance of supplies or services, and final payment.

(b) For commercial contracts not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, if more than $1,000 in unliquidated funds remain at closeout, the Contracting Officer will issue a bilateral deobligation modification. Only the modification requires the contractor’s signature, though a Release of Claims may be requested. If the required documents are not returned within 60 days, the Contracting Officer will issue a unilateral modification and proceed with closeout once performance is complete, acceptance is confirmed, and final payment is made.

(c) For all other non-commercial or non-cost-reimbursement contracts, if more than $1,000 in unliquidated funds remain at closeout, the Contracting Officer will issue a bilateral deobligation modification and a Release of Claims, both requiring contractor signature. If these documents are not returned within 120 days, the Contracting Officer will issue a unilateral modification and proceed with closeout upon completion of performance, acceptance, and final payment.

End of Clause

452.204-72 Use of Electronic Data Interchange or Other Automation Technologies

(a) In the event that Electronic Data Interchange or other automation technologies are utilized to facilitate electronic transactions between USDA and its contractors, it is the sole responsibility of the Contractor to ensure accuracy of the electronically transferred data.

The Government’s electronic system shall serve as the system of record for all data exchanged or retrieved.

(b) The Government shall not be liable to the Contractor for any delay or failure associated with Electronic Data Interchange or other automation technologies. The Contractor’s use of this service is at the Contractor’s sole risk. For electronic or automated services provided by USDA to the contractor, the services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. For electronic or automated services provided by the contractor that interact with USDA electronic systems, USDA is not responsible for any costs incurred by the contractor related to the development, test, or support of the services. The Contractor shall be responsible for all fees associated with Electronic Data Interchange. The Contractor is responsible for the confidentiality and security of its systems, interfaces, interconnections, and any documents that the customer receives from the Government pursuant to the contract.

(c) The Government reserves the right to restrict, refuse, or cancel any participation in Electronic Data Interchange services.

452.211-72 Delivery of Excess Quantities

The Contractor shall deliver item quantities within allowable variations. Excess quantities received by the Government are considered delivered for the Contractor’s convenience.

The Government may keep excess quantities up to $250 in value without compensating the Contractor, and the Contractor waives all rights, title, or interests therein. For excess quantities over $250, the Government may return the items at the Contractor’s expense or retain and pay at the contract unit price.

15. AGAR Provisions

452.211-70 Brand Name or Equal

Not applicable unless a brand name or equal product description is added by amendment.

16. Notice for Filing Agency Protests

United States Department of Agriculture Protest Procedures

The United States Department of Agriculture is committed to fair, transparent, and efficient acquisitions. Interested parties with concerns about this solicitation are encouraged to seek resolution through the following USDA procedures.

Tier 1: Contracting Officer Concern Resolution

Interested parties with concerns about either the solicitation or subsequent award should first submit their concern directly to the Contracting Officer, providing sufficient detail to allow the Contracting Officer to understand and assess the issue.

The Contracting Officer will review the concern, seek clarification as needed, and engage with the interested party to attempt prompt resolution.

The Contracting Officer will make every effort to provide a response or resolution within 10 business days of receiving the concern.

Tier 1 engagement is not considered an official notification of filing an agency protest and does not pause solicitation deadlines, delay award decisions, or suspend contract performance.

If the matter cannot be resolved at Tier 1, the interested party may file a written agency protest under Tier 2.

USDA encourages all parties to seek resolution with the Contracting Officer before filing an agency protest.

Tier 2: Agency Protest

If concerns cannot be resolved at Tier 1, an interested party may file a written agency protest with either the Contracting Officer or the USDA Independent Review Authority.

The protest shall state whether the protester elects review by the Contracting Officer or by the USDA Independent Review Authority. If no election is stated, the Contracting Officer will decide the protest.

Protests shall include the information required by FAR protest procedures. Failure to submit required information may result in a delay or dismissal of the protest.

Agency protests should be submitted electronically to:

SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and to the Contracting Officer identified in this solicitation.

Protests must be filed within the applicable regulatory timeframes.

Contract awards or performance may 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.

USDA strives to resolve agency-level protests within 35 business days of receipt.

By filing a protest with USDA, the protester agrees not to file a protest on the same matter with the Government Accountability Office or any other external forum while the agency protest is pending. If such a protest is filed externally, the USDA agency protest may be dismissed.

Questions regarding this notice or protest procedures should be directed to the Contracting Officer identified in this solicitation.

Untitled

File details come from the government source that posted it. Updated .