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 grade long parboiled rice packaged in 30 units of 1 pound each, falling under NAICS code 311212. The acquisition is intended to support market stability and provide essential commodities for USDA nutrition assistance, humanitarian food aid, and disaster relief programs. The forecast 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. While specific solicitation details and set-aside descriptions are not yet provided, the procurement is listed with a projected date in October 2026.