Section 32 Frozen Strawberries

The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (Solicitation No. 2000011302, IFB) for the purchase of frozen strawberries (Section 32 Frozen Strawberries) under NAICS 311411. This acquisition is a small‑business set‑aside and incorporates all required provisions and clauses by reference (available at www.acquisition.gov). Offers must be submitted by the response deadline of April 29, 2026, 13:00 CT. The solicitation is the sole solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued. For technical and contract questions, contact Nicholas Cavazos (Nicholas.Cavazos@usda.gov; 970‑416‑4691). The notice also outlines USDA’s protest procedures, including required information per FAR 33.104(a)(3), electronic filing to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov, and the agency’s Ombudsman Program for informal and formal protests. Protests must be filed within the FAR‑prescribed timeframes, and the agency aims to resolve them within 35 calendar days. All solicitation documents, including the latest Master Invitation for Bids (updated 04/24/2026), are accessible via the SAM.gov link provided.

Notice ID

641d89dc1cc7408e81ae8eb9df629edd

Solicitation Number

12-3J14-26-B-0247

NAICS Code

311411

Classification Code

8915