Updated Master Solicitation for Commodity Procurements - International Programs (MSCP-I)

Background
The Master Solicitation for Commodity Procurements – International Programs (MSCP-I) is issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), Commodity Procurement Program (CPP). This solicitation is designed to provide contract clauses and solicitation provisions applicable to the solicitation of bids and award of contracts for various commodities used in U.S. Government international food assistance programs, including Food for Peace, Food for Progress, and the McGovern-Dole Food for Education programs.

The MSCP-I will be effective starting October 23, 2024, and will be periodically updated to reflect changes in AMS policies.

Work Details
The MSCP-I outlines the requirements for vendors interested in supplying commodities to USDA for international food assistance programs. Key updates in this version include revisions to provisions and clauses, definitions related to agricultural commodities, contract clauses regarding small business concerns, and guidelines on procurement processes.

The solicitation also specifies that awards will follow principles outlined in AGAR. It emphasizes that potential bidders must read the Master Solicitation thoroughly along with any applicable Invitations for Bids (IFB) to understand the bidding process fully. The document includes mandatory clauses regarding compliance with federal regulations such as combating trafficking in persons and supply chain security.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over a period starting from October 23, 2024, with periodic updates as necessary.

Place of Performance
The geographic location(s) where the contract will be performed are not explicitly stated but are implied to be within the United States or locations relevant to international food assistance programs.