USDA awards $31.5M for pork taco filling and patties to Goodman Food Products under full and open competition

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $31,467,206 ($31.5M)

Contractor: Goodman Food Products, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Agriculture

Start Date: 2019-07-23

End Date: 2019-12-15

Contract Duration: 145 days

Daily Burn Rate: $217.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 7

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: 2000006224/4100017902/PORK TACO FILLING CKD PKG-20/2 LB,PORK PATTY CKD PKG-20/2 LB

Place of Performance

Location: INGLEWOOD, LOS ANGELES County, CALIFORNIA, 90302

State: California Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Agriculture obligated $31.5 million to GOODMAN FOOD PRODUCTS, INC. for work described as: 2000006224/4100017902/PORK TACO FILLING CKD PKG-20/2 LB,PORK PATTY CKD PKG-20/2 LB Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Goodman Food Products, Inc. for $31.5M. 2. Procurement falls under the Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering NAICS code. 3. The contract was awarded using full and open competition. 4. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price. 5. The contract duration is 145 days.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The total award amount is $31,467,205.60. Without specific unit pricing or historical data for similar food products, a precise value assessment is difficult. However, the scale of the award suggests a significant quantity of goods.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating that multiple bidders were likely considered. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives fair market value.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from competitive bidding processes that aim to secure goods and services at the best possible price.

Public Impact

Ensures supply of essential food items for government use. Supports the agricultural sector through procurement of pork products. The contract's fixed-price nature provides budget certainty. Awarded to a single vendor, Goodman Food Products, Inc.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of detailed cost breakdown for unit pricing.
Limited contract duration may indicate a specific, short-term need.
No specific mention of small business participation.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Firm Fixed Price contract type offers cost predictability.
Significant award amount suggests substantial volume.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the food manufacturing and processing sector, specifically related to meat products. Spending benchmarks for similar large-scale food procurements by agencies like the USDA can vary widely based on product type, quantity, and market conditions.

Small Business Impact

The provided data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of Agriculture through the Agricultural Marketing Service. Standard government oversight processes would apply to ensure contract compliance and product quality.

Related Government Programs

Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering
Department of Agriculture Contracting
Agricultural Marketing Service Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of detailed unit cost information.
Short contract duration.
No explicit mention of small business utilization.
Limited information on specific quality standards.
Potential for price fluctuations in the commodity market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Agriculture awarded $31.5 million to GOODMAN FOOD PRODUCTS, INC.. 2000006224/4100017902/PORK TACO FILLING CKD PKG-20/2 LB,PORK PATTY CKD PKG-20/2 LB

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is GOODMAN FOOD PRODUCTS, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Agriculture (Agricultural Marketing Service).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $31.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2019-07-23. End: 2019-12-15.

What is the average cost per pound or unit for the pork taco filling and patties?

The provided data does not specify the cost per pound or unit for the pork taco filling and patties. The total award is $31,467,205.60 for 7 contract line items over 145 days. To determine the unit cost, the total quantity of product procured would be needed, which is not detailed in the provided information.

What were the key performance indicators or quality standards for the pork products?

The data does not explicitly list the key performance indicators or quality standards for the pork products. However, as a food product procured by the Department of Agriculture, it is expected to meet stringent food safety regulations and quality specifications outlined in the contract's statement of work.

How does the price compare to similar government or commercial contracts for processed pork products?

Without access to a database of comparable government or commercial contracts for identical or similar processed pork products, a direct price comparison is not feasible. The 'full and open competition' method suggests the price was deemed competitive at the time of award.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Manufacturing › Animal Slaughtering and Processing › Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering

Product/Service Code: SUBSISTENCE

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SEALED BID

Solicitation ID: 123J1419B0467/4100017902

Offers Received: 7

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 200 E BEACH AVE, INGLEWOOD, CA, 90302

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $31,467,206

Exercised Options: $31,467,206

Current Obligation: $31,467,206

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Timeline