Sources Sought-Walleye.pdf

This is a Sources Sought notice from USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service seeking information about domestically produced walleye for USDA Food Programs, specifically for Walleye Fillets FRZ PKG - 40/1 LB packages. The notice requests market research information from potential vendors who can provide 100% domestic walleye products.

The response deadline is December 18, 2024, with an original publication date of November 18, 2024. The notice requires vendors to provide detailed information about their products including ingredients, labeling, certifications, shipping requirements, distribution capabilities, pricing, and shelf life. The NAICS code is 311611 (Animal Slaughtering) with a PSC code of 8905 (Meat, Poultry, and Fish). Responses should be emailed to LaShawne Brown and Kevin Day at USDA. The place of performance is Washington, DC. While this is not a formal solicitation, respondents must consider USDA's 100% domestic origin requirement and be prepared to become qualified vendors if an actual solicitation results from this market research.