Canned and Frozen Fruit for Domestic Food Assistance Programs

The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (IFB #2000011280) for the procurement of canned and frozen fruit (NAICS 311411, 311421) to support domestic food assistance programs. This acquisition is set‑aside for small‑business concerns and incorporates all required provisions and clauses by reference. The solicitation incorporates two recent amendments: Amendment 2 (04/24/2026) updates the Master Invitation for Bids to the latest version, and Amendment 1 (04/14/2026) corrects the accepted crop year language to “2025 crop year and onwards.” Offers must be submitted by 13:00 ET on 28 April 2026. The point of contact for questions is Nicholas Cavazos (nicholas.cavazos@usda.gov, 970‑416‑4691). The notice also outlines the USDA Ombudsman Program for agency protests, requiring parties to first attempt resolution with the Contracting Officer before filing a formal protest with the Ombudsman or GAO. Formal protests must include the information required by FAR 33.104(a)(3), be filed within the statutory timeframes, and be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov. Contract performance may be suspended during a protest only for urgent, compelling reasons.

Notice ID

3e03c1e87adf4cfe97978edde857ffbe

Solicitation Number

2000011280

NAICS Code

311411

Classification Code

8915