Fresh Tomatoes 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, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (IFB) for Fresh Tomatoes to be used in Domestic Food Assistance Programs. This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. Offers are due by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks bids for the supply of fresh tomatoes intended for various domestic food assistance programs. The specific requirements for the tomatoes will be detailed in the full solicitation documents, which incorporate provisions and clauses by reference from www.acquisition.gov.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Solicitation Number: 2000011243
- Set-Aside: None (Not set-aside for small business concerns)
- Product/Service Code: 8915 (Fruits And Vegetables)
- Offers Due: April 13, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 30, 2026, 8:20 PM UTC
Additional Notes
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Interested parties are encouraged to review the full text of provisions and clauses electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The USDA also highlights its Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP), which provides an internal alternative dispute resolution process for concerns regarding solicitations and contract awards. Protesters are encouraged to first address issues with the Contracting Officer and then may escalate to the Ombudsman informally or through 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. Initiating a protest with USDA means the protester agrees not to pursue the same matter with external forums like the GAO while the agency protest is pending.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Justin Martinek (justin.martinek@usda.gov, 816-926-2853)
- Secondary Contact: David Cottrell (david.cottrell@usda.gov, 202-260-9183)