What does Food Safety And Inspection Service do?

The Food Safety And Inspection Service, operating under the Department of Agriculture, focuses on the technical validation and scientific analysis of food safety. Its strategic priorities center on the procurement of high-precision laboratory instrumentation and the maintenance of diagnostic systems to ensure rigorous testing and inspection standards. Key focus areas include the acquisition of digital analyzers, imaging systems, and titration equipment used for analytical laboratory work. Procurement patterns are heavily weighted toward the acquisition of specialized scientific hardware and the associated preventative maintenance services required to keep that equipment operational. The agency frequently utilizes sole-source procurement vehicles to acquire highly specific technical instruments from original equipment manufacturers. The agency primarily targets the Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing sector, with additional requirements for electronic and precision equipment repair and maintenance. Vendor relationships are characterized by a reliance on specialized scientific providers and technical libraries for industry standards. The Food Safety And Inspection Service is an agency within the Department of Agriculture. Its procurement structure is characterized by a high volume of special-notice solicitations and sole-source awards for technical equipment.

How do I find contracts from Food Safety And Inspection Service?

You can find contracts from Food Safety And Inspection Service on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

How much does Food Safety And Inspection Service spend on contracts?

In the last 12 months, Food Safety And Inspection Service has obligated $770,000 across 1 contract awards to 1 contractors. The agency currently has 13 active contract opportunities.

What contracts does Food Safety And Inspection Service award?

Food Safety And Inspection Service has awarded 1 contracts in the last 12 months, totaling $770,000 in obligations across 1 contractors. Browse all contracts .

How do I do business with Food Safety And Inspection Service?

To do business with Food Safety And Inspection Service, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

What is Food Safety And Inspection Service's annual contract spend?

Food Safety And Inspection Service has obligated $770,000 in contract awards over the last 12 months. This includes 1 contract actions to 1 unique contractors. The agency currently has 13 active contract opportunities.

Who are the top contractors for Food Safety And Inspection Service?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Food Safety And Inspection Service in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

What are the sub-agencies of Food Safety And Inspection Service?

Food Safety And Inspection Service has 2 sub-agencies that award contracts independently. Each sub-agency has its own procurement activity, NAICS codes, and contractor relationships. View the full list on the agency overview.

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Federal Agency· 12G2

Food Safety And Inspection Service

Part of Department Of Agriculture

The Food Safety And Inspection Service, operating under the Department of Agriculture, focuses on the technical validation and scientific analysis of food safety. Its strategic priorities center on the procurement of high-precision laboratory instrumentation and the maintenance of diagnostic systems to ensure rigorous testing and inspection standards.

Food Safety And Inspection Service is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. Over the last 12 months, Food Safety And Inspection Service has obligated $770,000, issued 1 award, and worked with 1 contractor. It currently has 13 open contract opportunities.

Active Contracts

$770K

Total Obligations (12mo)

Top

Leadership and vacancies

Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at Food Safety And Inspection Service and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.

Source: OPM Plum Book · Last confirmed 08/24/2026

Leadership posts

Filled

Vacant

70% of posts

Acting officials

23 posts · 16 vacant

Posts of Food Safety And Inspection Service

		Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Dec 2025	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Dec 2025	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Apr 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Feb 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Jan 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Mar 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC

23 posts · 16 vacant

Posts of Food Safety And Inspection Service

		Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Dec 2025	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Dec 2025	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Apr 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Feb 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Jan 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Food Safety And Inspection Service	--	Vacant	Mar 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC