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Performance Based Road Maintenance Services for the Bienville and Chickaswhay Ranger Districts
AG-447U-S-13-0047A
Z -- Maintenance, repair, and alteration of real property
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-8 Acquisition Zone West (AZW)
Award Nov 17, 2013
Performance Based Road Maintenance Services for the Bienville and Chickasawhay Ranger Districts
AG-447U-S-13-0047
Z -- Maintenance, repair, and alteration of real property
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-8 Acquisition Zone West (AZW)
Award Nov 17, 2013
Sale of CCC- Owned Sugar for Bioenergy Production
FFP1-Inv3
91 -- Fuels, lubricants, oils & waxes
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Special Notice (Modified) Nov 15, 2013
Klamath Project Comprehensive Agricultural Power Plan
Department of the Interior
Bureau of Reclamation
BOR - All Ofices
Special Notice (Modified) Nov 15, 2013
RunDynam Licenses
AG-32SB-14-J-0JAM
70 -- General purpose information technology equipment
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
National Capital Region Business Service Center
Special Notice Nov 15, 2013
Sunflower Seed Butter for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DSSB-S-14-0007
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 15, 2013
Ultra High Temperature Milk and Evaporated Milk for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DPRO-S-14-0012
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 15, 2013
Peanut Butter for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DPPD-S-14-0010
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 15, 2013
Bakery Flour for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DBFD-S-14-0005
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 15, 2013
Bakery Flour for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DBFD-S-14-0004
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 15, 2013
Burdoin Piles Stewardship
AG-05K3-S-14-0002
F -- Natural resources & conservation services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-6 Northwest Contracting Area, Gifford Pinchot NF
Solicitation (Modified) Nov 15, 2013
Macaroni and Cheese for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DMCD-S-14-0009
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 15, 2013
Whole Wheat Tortillas (Frzn) for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DTOR-S-14-0002
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 15, 2013
Whole Wheat Pancakes (Frzn) for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DPAN-S-14-0003
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 15, 2013
46--RO MEMBRANES
N00406-14-T-0029
46 -- Water purification & sewage treatment equipment
Department of the Navy
Naval Supply Systems Command
NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Nov 15, 2013
Local Provenance Plugs of Native Forbs, Grasses, and Sedges
AG-51KN-S-14-0002
87 -- Agricultural supplies
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-9 Ohio River Basin - Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 15, 2013
Notice of Intent to Negotiate a Sole Source Contract
A -- Research & Development
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
Northern Plains Area
Justification and Approval (J&A) Nov 15, 2013
Utah, Roosevelt, Real Property Office Lease
57-8D43-14-01
X -- Lease or rental of facilities
Department of Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation Service
Utah State Office
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 14, 2013
Bulk Agricultural Commodities for use in U.S. International Food Aid Programs
AG-INAG-S-14-0007
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 14, 2013
2013 Airtanker and Water Scooper Forum
SN-2014-01
F -- Natural resources & conservation services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
National Interagency Fire Center
Special Notice (Modified) Nov 14, 2013
Various Subsistence Items for use in U.S. Food Aid Programs
AG-INAP-S-14-0005
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 14, 2013
Cracker for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DCRD-S-14-0025
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 14, 2013
Huron Shores Ranger Station Janitorial
AG-569R-S-13-0053
S -- Utilities and housekeeping services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-9 Lake States Acquisition Team (LSAT)
Award Nov 14, 2013
Business Service Management
AG-3142-S-13-0039
D -- Information technology services, including telecommunications services
Department of Agriculture
Office of Procurement and Property Management
Procurement Operations Division
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Nov 14, 2013
Corn Totes for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DCPD-S-14-0006
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 14, 2013
Vigetable Oil for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DVPD-S-14-0011
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 14, 2013
Local Provenance Native Seed Order
AG-51KN-S-14-0001
87 -- Agricultural supplies
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-9 Ohio River Basin - Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 14, 2013
37--LAWN MOWER TRACTOR
W44W9M324800B2
37 -- Agricultural machinery & equipment
Department of the Army
FedBid
FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Award Nov 14, 2013
Shelley, ID
57-6395-13-030
X -- Lease or rental of facilities
Department of Agriculture
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Administrative Services Division/Realty
Award Nov 14, 2013
Prairie_Dog_Dusting_Nebraska_NF
AG-67T0-R-14-0002_PrairieDogDusting
F -- Natural resources & conservation services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-2 Nebraska National Forest
Sources Sought Nov 13, 2013
Quality Control
FM442733090618-Trahan-QC
66 -- Instruments & laboratory equipment
Department of the Air Force
Air Mobility Command
60th CONS
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 13, 2013
Crackers for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DCRD-S-14-0008
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation / Cancelled Nov 13, 2013
Pasta Products and Egg Noodles for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DPAD-S-14-0021
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation (Modified) Nov 13, 2013
San Angelo, TX stockyard
57-6395-13-025
X -- Lease or rental of facilities
Department of Agriculture
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Administrative Services Division/Realty
Award Nov 13, 2013
Purchase of Empty Bags for U.S. Food Aid Programs
AG-INAE-S-14-0006
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Award Nov 12, 2013
Dental Services at Treasure Lake Job Corps Center
AG-82A7-S-14-0008
Q -- Medical services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
WO-AQM JC Support
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 12, 2013
DELIVERY OF BULK ROCK SALT FOR DLA DISTRIBUTION SUSQUEHANNA, PA
SP330014Q0009
68 -- Chemicals & chemical products
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA Acquisition Locations
DLA Distribution
Award Nov 12, 2013
VIPR I-BPA for Fuel Tenders for Region 2 - Rocky Mountain Region
AG-82X9-S-14-7002
F -- Natural resources & conservation services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-2 Rocky Mountain Region
Presolicitation (Modified) Nov 12, 2013
VIPR I-BPA for Fuel Tenders for Region 4 - Intermountain Region
AG-84M8-S-14-7000
F -- Natural resources & conservation services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-2 Rocky Mountain Region
Presolicitation (Modified) Nov 12, 2013
Urban Forestry Instructor Services - multiple USDA Forest Service Job Corps Centers
AG-82A70S-14-0007
U -- Education & training services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
WO-AQM JC Support
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 08, 2013
Various Subsistence Items for use in U.S. Food Aid Programs
AG-INAP-S-14-0004
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 08, 2013
Succeeding Lease
31167Stanton
X -- Lease or rental of facilities
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Nebraska State Office
Sources Sought Nov 08, 2013
87 -- RadBn Mods Maximus Development
N65236-13-R-0011
87 -- Agricultural supplies
Department of the Navy
Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command
SPAWAR Systems Center Atlantic
Award Nov 08, 2013
Janitorial Services for APHIS/PPQ/PDC offices in Frederick, MD
AG-6395-S-13-0146
S -- Utilities and housekeeping services
Department of Agriculture
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Administrative Services Division/Contracting
Award Nov 08, 2013
Notice of Intent to Negotiate a Sole Source Contract
AG-6538-S-14-0006
65 -- Medical, dental & veterinary equipment & supplies
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
Northern Plains Area
Justification and Approval (J&A) Nov 08, 2013
ECONOMIC GROWTH INTEGRATED PROJECT FOR PRIVATE SECTOR COMPETITIVENESS, AGRICULTURE AND GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE
SOL-486-14-000005
R -- Professional, administrative, and management support services
Agency for International Development
Overseas Missions
Thailand USAID-Bangkok
Special Notice (Modified) Nov 08, 2013
Bulk Agricultural Commodities for use in U.S. International Food Aid Programs
AG-INAG-S-14-0003
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation / Cancelled Nov 07, 2013
Electro-Motive Diesel Service
NMAN72001400132DLZ
28 -- Engines, turbines & components
Department of Commerce
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Western Acquisition Division-Boulder
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
R--Technical Support for Surface Waters
SOL-CI-13-00026
R -- Professional, administrative, and management support services
Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Acquisition Management
EPA/Ohio
Presolicitation Nov 07, 2013
LMPS MOZZARELLA STRING CHEESE FOR USE IN DOMESTIC FOOD ASSISTANCE
AG-DPRO-S-14-0024
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
Renewal to GTAP - Purdue University
SDT670612
76 -- Books, maps & other publications
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
National Capital Region Business Service Center
Special Notice Nov 07, 2013
Kip Load Frame Controllers
FA7000-14-T-0003
66 -- Instruments & laboratory equipment
Department of the Air Force
Direct Reporting Units
USAF Academy - 10 CONS
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
Processed Cereal for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DPRC-S-14-0015
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
Fortified R-T-E Cereal for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DFCD-S-14-0023
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
Fortified R-T-E Cereal for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DFCD-S-14-0022
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
Fortified R-T-E Cereal for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DFCD-S-14-0018
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
Rice Products for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DRPD-S-14-0019
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
Corn Products for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DCPD-S-14-0020
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
Wheat Flour for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DWFD-S-14-0016
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATON DISTRICT ECO PASS OR COMPARABLE FOR 751 EMPLOYEES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE BOULDER LABS
NAAJL160-14-00122SRG
V -- Transportation, travel, & relocation services
Department of Commerce
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Western Acquisition Division-Boulder
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Nov 07, 2013
Roving Director of Programming and Training
PC-14-Q-002
R -- Professional, administrative, and management support services
Peace Corps
Office Of Acquisitions And Contract Management
OACM
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 07, 2013
58--Workhorse Monitor ADCP
0040103719
58 -- Communication, detection, & coherent radiation equipment
Department of the Interior
Fish and Wildlife Service
CGS-WO
Award Nov 07, 2013
USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Pilot Program
AG-3J16-SS-14-0002
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Marketing Service
Fruit and Vegetable Programs
Sources Sought Nov 06, 2013
B--Niagara River Area of Concern (NR AOC) Heron and Osprey Nesting Success and Productivity Surveys
F13PS01189
B -- Special studies and analysis - not R&D
Department of the Interior
Fish and Wildlife Service
CGS-WO
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 06, 2013
B--Surveys: Niagara River Area of Concern (NR AOC) Marsh Anuran and Avian Population Surveys
F13PS01188
B -- Special studies and analysis - not R&D
Department of the Interior
Fish and Wildlife Service
CGS-WO
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 06, 2013
Replacement Effluent Filter Return Pump
669835
43 -- Pumps & compressors
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
Eastern Business Service Center
Special Notice Nov 06, 2013
Hawaii X-ray Equipment Maintenance
AG-6395-S-14-0008
J -- Maintenance, repair & rebuilding of equipment
Department of Agriculture
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Administrative Services Division/Contracting
Sources Sought (Modified) Nov 06, 2013
SEDONA REFUSE COLLECTION
AG-94TZ-S-14-0001
99 -- Miscellaneous
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-3 Southwestern Region/Western Zone
Solicitation Nov 06, 2013
Classroom Safety Training for Central/Southern Oregon
AG-04N0-S-14-0001
U -- Education & training services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-6 Central Oregon Procurement, Ochoco NF
Sources Sought Nov 05, 2013
Succeeding Lease
31037Colfax
X -- Lease or rental of facilities
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Nebraska State Office
Sources Sought Nov 05, 2013
Succeeding Lease
31121Merrick
X -- Lease or rental of facilities
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Nebraska State Office
Sources Sought Nov 05, 2013
Assessment of FSIS Accredited Laboratory Program (ALP)
AG-3A94-S-14-0003
R -- Professional, administrative, and management support services
Department of Agriculture
Food Safety and Inspection Service
Procurement Management Branch
Sources Sought Nov 05, 2013
Process Cheese for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DPPC-S-13-0172
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation (Modified) Nov 04, 2013
Mozzarella Cheese for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DMOZ-S-13-0157
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation (Modified) Nov 04, 2013
Construction of Cascades Lakes National Scenic Byway Welcome Station
AG-04GG-S-14-0002
Y -- Construction of structures and facilities
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-6 Central Oregon Acquisition, Deschutes NF
Sources Sought Nov 04, 2013
Construction of Crescent Ranger District Office and Site Improvement
AG-04GG-S-14-0001
Y -- Construction of structures and facilities
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-6 Central Oregon Acquisition, Deschutes NF
Sources Sought Nov 04, 2013
Engineering Services
AG-024B-S-13-9015
V -- Transportation, travel, & relocation services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
National Interagency Fire Center
Award Nov 04, 2013
New Lease - Scobey, MT
30-019-DANIELS-2013
X -- Lease or rental of facilities
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Montana State Office
Award Nov 04, 2013
USDA Canned Meats Purchase Program Announcement
AG-LCND-SS-14-0001
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Marketing Service
Fruit and Vegetable Programs
Sources Sought Nov 04, 2013
USPSC - OTI Country Representative - Pakistan
SOL-OTI-14-000001
R -- Professional, administrative, and management support services
Agency for International Development
Washington D.C.
USAID/Washington
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Nov 04, 2013
Various Subsistence Items for use in U.S. Food Aid Programs
AG-INAP-S-14-0003
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Nov 01, 2013
Janitorial Services Summit Ranger District
AG-9A63-S-14-0001
S -- Utilities and housekeeping services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-5, Central CA Acquisitions Service Area, Tahoe N.F.
Award Nov 01, 2013
Succeeding Lease
31127Nemaha
X -- Lease or rental of facilities
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Nebraska State Office
Sources Sought Nov 01, 2013
Wet Chemical (Ansul) Fire Suppression System Replacement
AG-82A7-S-14-0005
N -- Installation of equipment
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
WO-AQM JC Support
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Nov 01, 2013
Service Agreement DNA Analyzer
AG-32SC-S-14-669463
J -- Maintenance, repair & rebuilding of equipment
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
Eastern Business Service Center
Special Notice Nov 01, 2013
Market Reserach/Request for Information for Redesign Automated Timber Sale Accounting system
WOAQMITRFI008
D -- Information technology services, including telecommunications services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
WO-AQM IT Support
Sources Sought (Modified) Oct 31, 2013
Purchase of Empty Bags for U.S. Food Aid Programs
AG-INAE-S-14-0004
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Oct 31, 2013
Specialty farrier services for Welsh cross ponies
AG-32SD-K-14-FlyingH
88 -- Live animals
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
Pacific West Area
Sources Sought Oct 31, 2013
Comprehensive and Robust Information Security (CRIS2) Program Support
WOAQMITRFI009
D -- Information technology services, including telecommunications services
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
WO-AQM IT Support
Sources Sought Oct 31, 2013
Cubed hay, 2nd or 3rd cutting, specific nutrients
AG-32SD-K-14-CJCUbers
87 -- Agricultural supplies
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
Pacific West Area
Sources Sought Oct 31, 2013
Various Subsistence Items for use in U.S. Food Aid Programs
AG-INMP-S-14-0002
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation (Modified) Oct 30, 2013
87--BLM FY14 Consolidated Seed Buy #1
L14PS00002
87 -- Agricultural supplies
Department of the Interior
Bureau of Land Management
National Centers Region
Solicitation (Modified) Oct 30, 2013
2014 Aquatic Culvert Installations Prospectus
Aquatic-Culvert-Prospectus
Y -- Construction of structures and facilities
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-6 Blue Mountain Acquisition Management Area, Umatilla NF
Special Notice Oct 29, 2013
LEASE OF OFFICE SPACE
NRCS-MA-13-04
X -- Lease or rental of facilities
Department of Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation Service
Massachusetts State Office
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Oct 29, 2013
Sole source award for Maintenance of Autoclaves
PR-661012
66 -- Instruments & laboratory equipment
Department of Agriculture
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Administrative Services Division/Contracting
Award Oct 29, 2013
Natural American Cheese for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
AG-DNAC-S-14-0001
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Solicitation Oct 29, 2013
Construct the Waste Water Thermal Decontamination System at Plum Island Disease Center in Orient Point, New York.
HSFLBP-14-I-00001
Y -- Construction of structures and facilities
Department of Homeland Security
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC)
Biocontainment Operations Branch of Procurement
Sources Sought Oct 28, 2013
Justification and Approval for Other than Full and Open Competitiion
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Justification and Approval (J&A) Oct 28, 2013
Campground and Related Granger-Thye Concessions on theWestside Ranger District of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest
AG-02NV-S-14-0001
M -- Operation of Government-owned facilities
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
R-4 IDAWY Acquisition Service Center
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Oct 25, 2013
Commodity Requirements Document for Bagged Grain (KCBG11)
AG-IPD-KCBG11
89 -- Subsistence
Department of Agriculture
Farm Service Agency
Kansas City Commodity Office
Special Notice Oct 24, 2013
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