Bottled and Frozen Juice for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB), solicitation number 2000011284, for Bottled and Frozen Juice to be used in Domestic Food Assistance Programs. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. Offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Bids are due by April 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks bids for the supply of bottled and frozen juice products. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, which can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Product/Service Code: 8915 (Fruits And Vegetables)
- Set-Aside: Small Business Concerns
- Bid Due Date: April 30, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
- Published Date: April 16, 2026, 4:56 PM UTC
Agency Protest Information
The USDA offers an Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) as an alternative to external litigation. Interested parties are encouraged to first address concerns with the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, the USDA Ombudsman can be contacted for informal resolution or a formal agency protest. Formal protests can be filed with either the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman (SPE.inquiry@usda.gov) and must adhere to FAR 33.104 guidelines and timelines. Protests filed with the Ombudsman may suspend contract award/performance. Electing to protest with USDA means not pursuing the same matter with external forums like the GAO while the agency protest is pending.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Nicholas Cavazos, Nicholas.Cavazos@usda.gov, 970-416-4691
- Secondary Contact: Ashley Train, ashley.train@usda.gov, 771-241-5650