Section 32 Canned and Frozen Apricots for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs
Overview
Buyer
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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 an Invitation for Bid (IFB), solicitation number 2000011341, for Section 32 Canned and Frozen Apricots. These apricots are intended for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. Offers are due by May 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks to procure canned and frozen apricots under Section 32 for distribution within USDA's domestic food assistance initiatives. The solicitation is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Solicitation Number: 2000011341
- Set-Aside: Small Business Concerns
- Product/Service Code: 8915 (Fruits And Vegetables)
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
- Published Date: May 18, 2026, 5:54 PM UTC
- Contracting Office: USDA AMS 3J14
Protest Information
Interested parties are advised of the USDA Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP). This program offers an alternative to external litigation for resolving procurement concerns. Concerns should first be directed to the Contracting Officer. If unresolved, the USDA Ombudsman can be contacted for informal resolution or a formal agency protest. Formal protests may lead to suspension of contract award/performance and aim for resolution within 35 calendar days. Protests must adhere to FAR 33.104 timeliness and information requirements and be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer. Initiating a protest with USDA precludes pursuing the same matter with the GAO or other external forums while the agency protest is pending.
Contact Information
- Primary: Nicholas Cavazos (
Nicholas.Cavazos@usda.gov,9704164691) - Secondary: Ashley Train (
ashley.train@usda.gov,7712415650)