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Dried Fruit and Nut Mix Processor

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Response Deadline01/01/2027, 04:59:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity is for a Dried Fruit and Nut Mix Processor to support prime contractors on projects for the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service. The selected provider will be responsible for blending fruits and nuts in precise proportions using industrial equipment and nitrogen flushing systems. Key operational requirements include maintaining strict lot identity and chain of custody while facilitating on-line grading by USDA Inspectors. The scope of work involves the production and delivery of Dried Fruit Mix and Dried Fruit and Nut Mix packaged in 1 lb and 5 lb sizes. This requirement falls under NAICS code 311423. Interested parties should note the response deadline of January 1, 2027.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

NAICS

311423 - Dried and Dehydrated Food Manufacturing

Place of Performance

DC

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 12-3J14-Notice-26-025.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Commodity Specification for Dried Fruits October 2026

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Timeline

PostedOct 23

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Response DeadlineJan 1

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01/01/2027, 04:59:00 AM UTCin 2 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

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Performs blending and packaging of dried fruit and nut mixtures for prime contractors on USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) projects. Blends fruits and nuts in precise proportions, maintains lot identity and chain of custody, and facilitates on-line grading by USDA Inspectors. Uses industrial blending equipment and nitrogen flushing systems. Delivers packaged Dried Fruit Mix and Dried Fruit & Nut Mix in 1 lb and 5 lb sizes.

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