What types of vendors does the FPB typically contract with?

The FPB contracts with commercial food suppliers, agricultural cooperatives, and produce distributors who can demonstrate the capacity to fulfill large-scale, nationwide delivery requirements for federal nutrition programs.

What quality standards must vendors meet for FPB contracts?

Vendors must comply with rigorous USDA grade standards and food safety requirements. Successful bidders often utilize the Agricultural Marketing Service’s inspection and grading services to verify product quality before shipment.

How can small businesses compete for FPB food procurement contracts?

The FPB frequently utilizes small business set-asides for specific produce commodities. Vendors should monitor solicitations for these designations and ensure their System for Award Management (SAM) profile is current with all relevant food safety certifications.

AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE · Contracting Office

USDA AMS FRUIT AND VEG DIV FPB

Contracting office data and solicitation history for USDA AMS FRUIT AND VEG DIV FPB.

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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of USDA AMS FRUIT AND VEG DIV FPB.

The USDA AMS Fruit and Vegetable Division, Federal Programs Branch (FPB) manages the procurement of fresh fruits, vegetables, and specialty crops for federal nutrition assistance programs. This office primarily awards contracts to agricultural producers, food processors, and distributors capable of meeting strict quality standards, pack sizes, and delivery requirements for national school lunch and emergency food programs.

Hierarchy: AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICE · DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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USDA AMS FRUIT AND VEG DIV FPB contracting FAQ

Common questions about USDA AMS FRUIT AND VEG DIV FPB, the parent hierarchy, and how vendors should track this contracting office.