This is a solicitation for frozen and fresh raw beef products for the USDA’s Domestic Assistance Programs, with a partial small business set-aside. The contract is issued as an invitation for bid (IFB), and no separate written solicitation will be issued. Performance location and budget amounts are not specified in the description. The USDA encourages resolving concerns through its internal Alternative Dispute Resolution process before external forums. Formal agency protests must be filed within FAR timeframes, with a goal of resolution within 35 calendar days.