Bid guide
How to bid on cooked meats for USDA Agricultural Marketing Service
What the USDA is buying
The Agricultural Marketing Service is seeking bids for cooked beef crumbles, pulled pork, pulled chicken, and chicken fajita strips for domestic food assistance programs. The solicitation number is 12-3J14-27-B-0023.
This is an invitation for bid, and the announcement is the solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The purchase may suit small businesses that supply cooked meat products.
Deadline and what it means
The listed deadline is November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The opportunity was published October 23, 2026.
Plan to submit before the deadline. The provided information does not explain the submission method or what happens at the deadline, so check the solicitation documents for those details.
Who this opportunity suits
This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. It is relevant to small businesses that can offer cooked beef crumbles, pulled pork, pulled chicken, or chicken fajita strips.
The provided description does not state a delivery location or product specifications. Review the solicitation documents to confirm whether your products and capabilities meet the stated requirements.
How to access the opportunity
Use the opportunity portal’s “View original source” option. If the first click opens the portal homepage, click the option again to go to the bid.
A free account may be needed to view documents, though some opportunities can be viewed without one. Read the solicitation documents for the required response process and submission instructions.
Prepare a clear, complete bid
Check the solicitation for product requirements, quantities, delivery terms, pricing instructions, and any forms or certifications. Do not assume details that are not in the documents.
Confirm your small-business eligibility, make sure your pricing covers the products and obligations described, and follow the stated format and submission instructions. Allow time to review the final bid and submit it before the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Agricultural Marketing Service; the original posting controls.