Section 32 Stone Fruit (Nectarines and Plums)

This combined synopsis/solicitation (IFB #12‑3J14‑26‑B‑0245) seeks offers from small‑business concerns for Section 32 stone fruit—specifically nectarines and plums—under NAICS 311991. The award will be made without a separate written solicitation; all offers must be submitted by the closing date of May 5, 2026, 13:00 UTC. The solicitation incorporates all required provisions and clauses by reference (available at www.acquisition.gov). For questions or submission details, contact Nick Wiber (nick.wiber@usda.gov; 202‑720‑9771). The USDA Ombudsman Program governs protest handling. Any protest must follow FAR 33.104 requirements, be filed electronically with SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer, and be resolved within 35 calendar days. Protesters must first attempt resolution with the Contracting Officer before escalating to the Ombudsman; filing a protest with an external forum (e.g., GAO) will result in dismissal of the agency protest.

Notice ID

6c0c1b3862a247318c0d0557f9a94767

Solicitation Number

12-3J14-26-B-0245

NAICS Code

311991

Classification Code

8915