Outreach and Engagement Efforts to support Congressionally mandated Traceabilit

In November 2025, Congress passed legislation directing the Food and Drug Administration to collaborate with the regulated industry, conduct pilot programs, and produce reports for Congress related to the FSMA Food Traceability Rule. To fulfill these congressional mandates, funding has been allocated to support outreach and engagement initiatives aimed at facilitating industry participation, gathering practical insights through pilot efforts, and compiling actionable findings to inform legislative oversight. The FDA is responsible for executing these activities under the authority of the Continuing Appropriations Act of 2026, ensuring that the goals of enhancing food traceability are met through structured industry collaboration and evidence-based reporting. The FDA has published a forecast for these efforts under the title Outreach and Engagement Efforts to support Congressionally mandated Traceability, with the opportunity posted on May 25, 2026. The NAICS code 111110 indicates a focus on agricultural production activities, reflecting the scope of entities involved. While specific details regarding the contract type or set aside are not provided, the point of contact for program inquiries is listed as hfpacquisitions@fda.hhs.gov, and the contracting officer position remains to be determined. All activities are expected to be conducted under the authority of the FDA, with performance locations and administrative details yet to be finalized, and the official opportunity can be accessed via the provided government portal.