Non-Perishable and Shelf-Stable Food Supply

The contract is for the supply of non-perishable and shelf-stable food items including grains, soups, snacks, and processed goods intended for long-term storage, with an emphasis on items suitable for sustained distribution and use in remote or underserved communities. This procurement is structured as a subcontract under a Small Business Set Aside designation, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid, and the entire award is reserved for such entities. The North American Industry Classification System code is 311919, indicating the focus is on other food manufacturing activities, specifically for packaged goods not requiring refrigeration or special handling. The opportunity was posted on July 30, 2026, with a response deadline of August 18, 2026, giving potential vendors less than a month to submit proposals. The place of performance is specified as Aberdeen, with a zip code of 57401, and the awarding agency is the Great Plains Area Indian Health Service under the Department of Health and Human Services. The procurement is part of a broader effort to ensure consistent access to nutritional, long-lasting food supplies for populations served by this agency, with no special office address provided beyond the performance location. Potential contractors should be prepared to meet requirements around packaging, shelf life, and delivery logistics suited to rural and potentially limited-resource environments.