USDA, Food and Consumer Service, Contract Management Branch, 3101 Park Center Dr., Rm. 914, Alexandria, VA 22302

B -- COMMERCIALIZATION STUDY SOL FCS-96-014SMC POC Stephen M. Crotwell, Contract Specialist, (703) 305-2250; William L. Pinkey, Contracting Officer, (703) 305-2250. The U.S.D.A. Food and Consumer Service intends to issue a competitive solicitation, on or about 08 Jul 96 for advisory and assistance services to collect data on the use of branded and/or commercial establishment (e.g. Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, McDonald's, Subway, etc.) foods in public schools. The study will address the following areas: Prevalence and characteristics of schools which offer branded and/or commercial establishment foods; Characteristics, including nutrient composition, of branded and/or commercial establishment foods; and the effect on National School Lunch Program (NSLP) participation in schools which offer branded and/or commercial establishment foods. Parties interested in receiving a copy of the Request for Proposal when it is issued MUST submit their request in writing and MUST include four (4) self-addressed mailing labels. Telephonic or facsimile requests will not be honored. SPECIAL NOTE: Award of this contract is subject to receipt of USDA Departmental clearance and approval for Advisory and Assistance Services. No award may be made prior to receipt of this clearance. (0165)

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