Procurement of commodities and services for market support USDA nutrition assistance humanitarian food aid and disaster programs.

The Department of Agriculture is forecasting the procurement of long parboiled rice under the Commodity Procurement Program. This specific requirement focuses on US1 long parboiled rice packaged in 24 units of 2 pounds each, falling under NAICS code 311212. The acquired commodities are intended to support market stability and provide essential resources for USDA nutrition assistance, humanitarian food aid, and disaster relief programs. This procurement action is managed by the Department of Agriculture, with Ashley Leviege serving as the primary point of contact and Chelsie Prange acting as the Small Business Specialist. The forecast is currently listed with a posted date of October 30, 2026, and is designed to ensure a steady supply of food commodities for critical government assistance initiatives.