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ARDENT MILLS LLC

Parent1 subsidiaryUEI: CDLLJSUUDJ86CAGE: 3KHX9

ARDENT MILLS LLC is a federal contractor, registered under UEI CDLLJSUUDJ86 and CAGE code 3KHX9. It has been awarded $47,466,324 in federal contracts. Primary work spans Flour Milling and Other NAICS codes (2 codes, <0.5% each). Top awarding agencies include Department Of Agriculture.

Contact Information

Registration and classification details

Registration

UEI Code

CDLLJSUUDJ86

CAGE Code

3KHX9

Entity Structure

Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)

Established

N/A

Business Classifications

For Profit OrganizationLimited Liability Company

NAICS Codes

311119Other Animal Food Manufacturing
311211Flour Milling(Primary)
424510Grain and Field Bean Merchant Wholesalers
493130Farm Product Warehousing and Storage

Federal Contracting Overview

Award totals, agency breakdown, NAICS distribution, and geographic footprint.

AI Capability Profile

Ardent Mills LLC specializes in the milling and supply of specialized wheat flours for U.S. government food assistance programs, with deep expertise in producing bulk-grade baking flours that meet strict federal nutritional and quality standards. The contractor delivers hard red winter wheat flour, ...

Ardent Mills LLC specializes in the milling and supply of specialized wheat flours for U.S. government food assistance programs, with deep expertise in producing bulk-grade baking flours that meet strict federal nutritional and quality standards. The contractor delivers hard red winter wheat flour, unbleached and bleached bread flours, and hearth-style flour formulations optimized for institutional baking, including breads and baked goods distributed through domestic and international food donation channels. Their technical capabilities encompass grain sourcing, milling precision, batch consistency, and compliance with USDA commodity specifications, ensuring product integrity across large-scale, high-volume logistics operations. Differentiators include consistent adherence to food safety protocols, ability to produce multiple flour variants under single contracts, and reliable fulfillment for time-sensitive humanitarian aid programs. The company maintains an exclusive, long-standing relationship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving as a primary supplier of flour commodities under the USDA’s Food for Peace and other domestic nutrition assistance initiatives. All awarded contracts are tied to the procurement of bulk flour products for federal food distribution networks, indicating a trusted, recurring role in sustaining critical food aid infrastructure. Ardent Mills LLC operates exclusively within NAICS 311211—Flour Milling—positioning itself as a niche industrial supplier focused on government-grade flour production rather than commercial retail markets. The company’s vertical specialization lies in institutional baking inputs, serving federal agencies that require standardized, shelf-stable, and nutritionally compliant flour products for large-scale meal programs. As a 2L entity headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Ardent Mills LLC functions as a mid-tier industrial manufacturer with no public certifications on record. Its government market positioning is defined by operational reliability in a highly regulated, low-margin sector where consistency, compliance, and supply chain resilience are paramount. The company serves as a critical link in the federal food supply chain, translating agricultural commodities into mission-ready food products for vulnerable populations.

Key Performance Metrics

Awards Count

238

All time

Active

4

Currently performing

Completed

234

Past period of performance

Total Awards

All time

Award Analytics & Distribution

Awards by Agency
Awards by NAICS
311211 - Flour Milling$47.4M100%
Others - Other NAICS codes (2 codes, <0.5% each)$20.3K0%
Awards by Agency Over Time
Awards by Place of Performance

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NAICS: 311211
New
Federal
Wheat Flour and Bakery Flour Products CRD
Solicitation # 12-3J14-Notice-26-022
The Wheat Flour and Bakery Flour Products CRD, issued by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, establishes the technical specifications and quality standards for the procurement of various flour products, including all-purpose enriched bleached, 100 percent whole wheat, bakers hard wheat, and bread flour. A critical requirement of this contract is the strict prohibition of Potassium Bromate across all materials. Products must adhere to Commercial Item Description A-A-20126H and FDA sifting definitions in 21 CFR 137.200. Quality control is paramount, with vomitoxin levels limited to 1 ppm in the final product, and any wheat testing above 2 ppm is prohibited from production. Contractors must provide commercial brand products only and certify their successful history in domestic commercial channels. Packaging must follow current commercial shipping practices and comply with specific regulatory sections, with requirements for maximum safe stacking height markings and optional Not for Retail Sale labels. Deliverables include a Certificate of Analysis for each lot, which must be retained for seven years, and official weight certificates and mill laboratory analyses for bulk shipments. To ensure freshness, products must have a minimum shelf life of one year and cannot be manufactured more than 30 days prior to shipping. Storage must be maintained at 70 degrees Fahrenheit and 70 percent humidity.
USDA Ams 3J14

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NAICS: 311211
New
Federal
Corn Products CRD
Solicitation # 12-3J14-Notice-26-021
The Corn Products CRD, issued by the USDA AMS 3J14, is a special notice solicitation (12-3J14-Notice-26-021) for the procurement of commercial brand corn products for domestic programs. Effective October 2026, the scope of work includes the delivery of white and yellow corn grits, degermed yellow cornmeal, and blue cornmeal. Key revisions to this requirement include a strict prohibition of added sodium in white and yellow corn grits and the removal of quality discount language. All products must be commercial brands with a proven history of domestic distribution and consumer acceptance. Contractors are held to rigorous quality and safety standards, including mandatory aflatoxin testing with a disqualification threshold of 20 ppb and compliance with FDA standards of Identity for Enriched Corn Meal (21 CFR 137.260). Deliverables must meet specific Commercial Item Descriptions, such as A-A-20066C for cornmeal and A-A-20035E for corn grits. Quality must be verified via a Certificate of Analysis (COA), which the contractor must retain for seven years. Additionally, products must be manufactured no more than 60 days prior to shipment, with shelf-life requirements of one year for yellow/white degermed cornmeal and six months frozen for blue cornmeal. Packaging must follow current commercial shipping practices, include maximum safe stacking heights, and comply with specific Master Invitation for Bids sections regarding unitization.
USDA Ams 3J14

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NAICS: 531120
Federal
Office space in the Milwaukee, WI area
Solicitation # 12314427MILWA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service is seeking expressions of interest for the short-term rental of approximately 30,000 square feet of office space in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area, with an anticipated acquisition date of April 1, 2026. The preferred location is within a specific delineated area of downtown Milwaukee, though the agency will consider properties in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties if they offer better utility or cost savings. To be eligible for future solicitations, lessors must be registered in SAM.gov. The required facility must accommodate 81 cubicles and 18 private offices, including at least three with locking solid wood core doors. Essential amenities include one large conference room for 20 people, two small conference rooms for 10 people, a break area with a sink, and mail, copy, and supply rooms. Specialized requirements include 5,000 square feet of storage, specifically featuring 100 square feet for Li-ion batteries and 350 square feet of secured space with both interior and exterior access. Additionally, the space must provide secure parking for six vehicles and a server/IT room equipped for video conferencing and digital technologies. Optional features include shower facilities and private telephone booths. Interested parties must submit the property address, description, square footage, parking availability, and photographs to Craig Harper by October 14, 2026.
Department Of Agriculture

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