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NAICS Code· 424420

NAICS 424420: Packaged Frozen Food Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of packaged frozen foods (except dairy products). Illustrative Examples: Frozen bakery products merchant wholesalers Packaged frozen fish merchant wholesalers Frozen juices merchant wholesalers Packaged frozen meats merchant wholesalers Frozen vegetables merchant wholesalers Packaged frozen poultry merchant wholesalers Cross-References.Show more

NAICS 424420 – Packaged Frozen Food Merchant Wholesalers encompasses the distribution of pre-packaged, frozen food products to institutional, commercial, and government buyers through wholesale channels. This sector includes the procurement, storage, and logistics of frozen meals, vegetables, meats, and ready-to-heat items compliant with federal food safety and nutritional standards.

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NAICS code 424420 covers Packaged Frozen Food Merchant Wholesalers. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of packaged frozen foods (except dairy products). Illustrative Examples: Frozen bakery products merchant wholesalers Packaged frozen fish merchant wholesalers Frozen juices merchant wholesalers Packaged frozen meats merchant wholesalers Frozen vegetables merchant wholesalers Packaged frozen poultry merchant wholesalers Cross-References.

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NAICS: 424420
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Vegetables Frozen, Assorted
Solicitation # S-29100-00018162
The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) is soliciting bids for the procurement of frozen assorted vegetables, specifically peppers, for delivery to the Central Distribution Center in Salem, Oregon. The requirement is for an estimated one full truckload, approximately 40,000 pounds, of Grade A or Grade B frozen peppers in red, green, orange, yellow, or a combination. Diced peppers must be 3/8 inch or larger. All goods must be delivered FOB destination and maintain a minimum shelf life of six months. Strict temperature controls are required, with goods frozen to 0 degrees Fahrenheit or lower upon removal from holding and delivered via refrigerated truck at 10 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Packaging must comply with FDA/USDA commercial standards and Current Good Manufacturing Practice, utilizing non-breakable, non-metal containers with a maximum weight of 50 pounds per case. Staples are prohibited for case closure. Labeling must include Gregorian calendar dates and a five-digit manufacture code. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a price preference of up to 10% available for qualifying Oregon resident bidders. Successful contractors must maintain general commercial liability insurance of at least 1 million dollars per occurrence and auto liability of 2 million dollars per accident. Bids must be submitted exclusively through the OregonBuys portal by the deadline of October 22, 2026. Payment is typically issued within 30 days of delivery and acceptance. Bidders are required to provide tax identification and certify compliance with Oregon tax laws and safety regulations.
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NAICS: 424420
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Warehouse Kosher Meals
Solicitation # 2027000119
The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is soliciting bids under solicitation number 2027000119 for the supply of certified Kosher shelf-stable and frozen ready-to-eat meals to support correctional facility kitchens. The scope includes various beef, poultry, pasta, and vegetarian entrees, as well as frozen kosher turkey and bologna lunchmeats and vegetarian burgers. All products must be certified Kosher, meet current USDA standards, and maintain a minimum shelf life of two years from the date of production. Frozen items must be delivered at a temperature no higher than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Deliveries are made on an as-needed basis, typically one to two times per year, to the Canon City Central Warehouse in Canon City, Colorado. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder whose quote is most advantageous to the CDOC, with price and cost serving as the primary evaluation factors, alongside sample quality and delivery lead times. Bidders must be registered to do business in Colorado and provide several required exhibits, including a price quote, W-9, and non-conflict of interest statement. The procurement incorporates various FAR clauses regarding termination for convenience and adheres to strict packaging specifications, such as double cello wrapping for shelf-stable meals and specific case counts for frozen meats. Invoicing is conducted monthly via email, and the state maintains the right to inspect goods at all reasonable times to ensure brand consistency and quality compliance.
DOC - Corrections Administration

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9 days ago

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NAICS: 424420
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KD/VDC/FROZ. FRENCH FRIES, LIMA BEANS, MARINARA SAUCE/10-26\129200
Solicitation # QQ-129200
Solicitation QQ-129200 is a one-time bid issued by the Virginia Department of General Services for the procurement of frozen french fries, canned lima beans, and canned marinara sauce. This opportunity is set aside for DSBSD-certified micro and small businesses, including certified women-owned and minority-owned businesses. Bidders must be registered in eVA and submit firm unit pricing electronically by October 8, 2026. A critical requirement for those bidding on frozen french fries is the possession of a P.A.C.A. license. Awards will be made on a line-by-line basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, provided the pricing is determined to be fair and reasonable. Deliveries must be made by appointment to the Virginia Distribution Center in VA 23150. Strict quality and shipping standards apply, including the use of 48 by 40 inch 4-way entry hardwood pallets with clear stretch wrap, a maximum gross weight of 2600 pounds, and a general height limit of 54 inches. Frozen products must be received at a temperature of 0 degrees Fahrenheit plus or minus 5 degrees, with any product exceeding 5 degrees subject to rejection. Canned goods must be free from swells and latent defects for six months post-delivery. All products must meet institutional quality standards and comply with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and other applicable federal and state regulations. Bidders are required to specify the number of cases per pallet and the number of calendar days required for delivery after receipt of order.
Department of General Services

POSTED

15 days ago

CLOSED

7 days ago
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NAICS: 424420
Closed
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KD/VDC/FROZEN VEGETABLES/09-26/LOT BID\128754
Solicitation # QQ-128754
Solicitation QQ-128754 is a one-time lot bid for frozen vegetables issued by the Virginia Department of General Services for delivery to the Virginia Distribution Center. The award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder on a lot basis, with a specific award priority hierarchy favoring DSBSD-certified micro businesses for bids up to 10,000 dollars and small businesses for bids up to 100,000 dollars. To be eligible, vendors must possess a P.A.C.A. license and submit firm unit pricing electronically via the eVA portal. Strict quality and delivery standards apply, requiring products to be completely frozen upon receipt with temperatures not exceeding 0 degrees Fahrenheit plus or minus 5 degrees; products exceeding 5 degrees Fahrenheit may be rejected. Deliveries must be made by appointment on 48 by 40 inch 4-way entry hardwood pallets, stretch wrapped in clear wrap only, with a maximum pallet height of 64 inches and a gross weight not exceeding 2,600 pounds. Bidders must specify the number of cases per pallet and the number of calendar days required for delivery after receipt of order. Additionally, products must meet specific shelf-life requirements, maintaining at least 50 percent of original shelf life for items with a total life of six months or less, and 75 percent for those exceeding six months. Meat products, if applicable, must comply with Federal Institutional Meat Purchase Specifications and other federal and state regulatory acts.
Department of General Services

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24 days ago

CLOSED

20 days ago
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