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Section 32 Tree Nuts for use in Domestic Food Assistance Programs

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12-3J14-26-B-0144-0002Federal

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

NAICS

311911 - Roasted Nuts and Peanut Butter Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Solicitation 2000011173 for Tree Nuts Domestic Commodity Invitation

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Solicitation 2000011173 Purchase Award for Nuts FY 2026

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PostedFeb 6

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AwardedOct 22

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

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OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ams 3J14

Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

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