The qualification requirements requested are a reexamination and revalidation of established qualification requirements as required by FAR part 9.202(f), and are necessary for Kansas City Commodity Office (KCCO) to carry out its procurement mission. The Vendor Qualification Requirements document was last updated on February 01, 2008.

All prospective Dairy contractors must be approved by Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). The Dairy Plants Surveyed and Approved for USDA Grading Service book, issued by AMS, shows all approved plants by commodity and state.

The Guide for Selling Agricultural Commodities to the Government describes what the USDA's, Farm Service Agency (FSA), Commodity Operations procures and how all prospective contractors can participate.

For additional information, contact Betty Kunkel, by phone at 816-926-3295 or by email, Betty.Kunkel@kcc.usda.gov.