Frozen Juice for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is soliciting bids for Frozen Juice intended for use in domestic food assistance programs through a combined synopsis and solicitation issued as an invitation for bid under solicitation number 12-3J14-26-B-0342. This acquisition is not set aside for small businesses and is governed by commercial item procedures under FAR Part 5.101(d), meaning no separate written solicitation will be issued. Interested parties must submit their offers by the deadline of July 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM EST, with the solicitation posted on July 9, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code is 311411, and the contract will be managed by the USDA AMS 3J14 office located in Washington, DC. Primary and secondary points of contact are provided for inquiries related to the solicitation. The USDA has established the Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests to facilitate internal resolution of concerns regarding fairness or procedural defects in the procurement process. Prospective bidders are encouraged to first address issues informally with the Contracting Officer before escalating to the Ombudsman. Formal protests must be submitted electronically to SPE.inquiry@usda.gov and the Contracting Officer, include all information required by FAR 33.104(a)(3), and be filed within the timeframe specified in the regulation. Upon filing a formal protest, contract award or performance will be suspended unless the agency justifies continued performance in writing due to urgent and compelling reasons. The USDA aims to resolve protests within 35 calendar days. Importantly, once a protest is initiated with the USDA, the protester agrees not to pursue the same matter with the Government Accountability Office or any other external forum while the agency protest remains pending.