Section 32 Frozen Strawberries

SOL #: 12-3J14-26-B-0247Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture

Agricultural Marketing Service

USDA AMS 3J14

WASHINGTON, DC, 20250, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Frozen Fruit (311411)

PSC

Fruits And Vegetables (8915)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/641d89dc1cc7408e81ae8eb9df629edd/view

Timeline

Posted

Apr 21, 2026

Last Updated

Apr 27, 2026

Submission Deadline

Apr 29, 2026, 6:00 PM

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 USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has issued Amendment 1 to Solicitation Number 2000011302, an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Section 32 Frozen Strawberries. This opportunity is a Small Business Set-Aside and seeks bids for commercial frozen fruit products. The amendment, published on April 27, 2026, updates the Master Invitation for Bids - Domestic document to its latest version. Bids are due by April 29, 2026.

Scope of Work

This IFB is for the procurement of Frozen Fruit, specifically Frozen Strawberries, under the Section 32 program. The acquisition falls under Product Service Code 8915 (Fruits And Vegetables).

Contract & Timeline

Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Set-Aside: Small Business Concerns
Solicitation Number: 2000011302
Response Due: April 29, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
Published Date: April 27, 2026 (Amendment 1)
Issuing Office: USDA AMS 3J14

Additional Notes

This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The full text of provisions and clauses can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

The notice also includes detailed information regarding the USDA Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP), encouraging interested parties to resolve concerns through USDA's internal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process before pursuing external forums. Protesters may file informal concerns or formal protests with the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman. Formal protests must adhere to FAR 33.104(a)(3) and timeliness requirements, and should be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer. Initiating a protest with USDA implies agreement not to pursue the same matter with the GAO or other external forums while the agency protest is pending.