PSC Code 8965 covers the procurement of alcoholic beverages including beer, whisky, wine, and liqueur for use by federal government agencies. This code is utilized to categorize contracts involving the supply of alcoholic beverages for official functions, hospitality, or authorized consumption by government personnel. Agencies use this PSC to ensure proper contract classification when sourcing alcoholic products that meet regulatory and quality standards. The scope excludes sacramental wine and medicinal-grade alcoholic beverages, which are procured under separate classifications. This differentiation ensures compliance with specific federal regulations and intended usage purposes.

Includes for PSC 8965

This PSC code covers the following products and services:

Beer; Whisky; Wine; Liqueur.

Excludes for PSC 8965

This PSC code does NOT cover the following:

Sacramental Wine and Medicinal grade Brandy, Whisky, and Wine.

Typical Buyers & Agencies for PSC 8965

Common buyers under PSC 8965 include military dining facilities, federal hospitality offices, veterans affairs medical centers, and other federal agencies responsible for official events and personnel welfare. These agencies procure alcoholic beverages for authorized consumption during official ceremonies, social functions, and morale-building activities. The use of this PSC helps streamline purchasing processes and ensures adherence to federal guidelines regarding alcohol procurement.

Common Contract Types for PSC 8965

Contracts under PSC 8965 often involve fixed-price or indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts, allowing agencies flexibility in quantity and delivery scheduling. Procurement methods typically include competitive bidding and negotiated acquisitions to secure quality products at reasonable prices. These contracts may range from small orders for specific events to larger, recurring supply agreements supporting ongoing operational needs.

Plain-Language Breakdown for PSC 8965

Covers procurement of beer, whisky, wine, and liqueur for federal agencies.
Excludes sacramental and medicinal-grade alcoholic beverages.
Used primarily by military, hospitality, and veterans affairs buyers.
Contracts often use fixed-price or IDIQ structures for supply flexibility.
Aligned with NAICS codes 312120, 312130, 312140, and 424820.
Supports official events, morale activities, and authorized consumption.

Related Categories for PSC 8965

Other categories at the same level as 8965

8905 MEAT, POULTRY, AND FISH

Meat, Poultry, and Fish

8910 DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS

Dairy Foods and Eggs

8915 FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

Fruits and Vegetables

8920 BAKERY AND CEREAL PRODUCTS

Bakery and Cereal Products

8925 SUGAR, CONFECTIONERY, AND NUTS

Sugar, Confectionery, and Nuts

8930 JAMS, JELLIES, AND PRESERVES

Jams, Jellies, and Preserves

8935 SOUPS AND BOUILLONS

Soups and Bouillons

8940 SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS

Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations

8945 FOOD, OILS AND FATS

Food, Oils and Fats

8950 CONDIMENTS AND RELATED PRODUCTS

Condiments and Related Products

8955 COFFEE, TEA, AND COCOA

Coffee, Tea, and Cocoa

8960 BEVERAGES, NONALCOHOLIC

Beverages, Nonalcoholic

8970 COMPOSITE FOOD PACKAGES

Composite Food Packages

8975 TOBACCO PRODUCTS

Tobacco Products

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