Diana Dau David

New Vendor POC serves as a key procurement liaison within the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) under the U.S. Department of Agriculture, responsible for managing acquisitions of processed and preserved agricultural commodities to support federal nutrition assistance programs. Their role centers on ensuring the timely and reliable procurement of shelf-stable, nutritionally compliant food products—including canned, frozen, and dried fruits and vegetables—to meet the dietary needs of vulnerable populations. They oversee the full lifecycle of contract actions, from market research and solicitation development to award and performance monitoring, with a focus on maintaining supply chain resilience and compliance with federal food safety and quality standards. The individual maintains a consistent working relationship with Navcor Logistics LLC, a primary contractor delivering end-to-end logistics and distribution services for perishable and non-perishable food commodities. Their contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, with a preference for vendors capable of integrating cold chain management, inventory optimization, and just-in-time delivery to federal distribution centers. The partnership is characterized by long-term contract stability and a focus on operational reliability over competitive bidding cycles. Set-aside preferences are exclusively non-set-aside, with 100% of acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic prioritization of scale, efficiency, and supply chain continuity over socioeconomic targeting, aligning with AMS’s mission to maximize volume and consistency in food delivery. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, vendors of all sizes are evaluated on technical capability, past performance, and compliance with federal food manufacturing standards. The procurement portfolio is heavily concentrated in NAICS 311421 (Fruit and Vegetable Canning) and 311999 (All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in processed food production, preservation techniques, and USDA-compliant formulation standards. They specialize in acquiring ready-to-serve meals, canned vegetables, dried fruits, and frozen entrees, with a technical focus on shelf-life extension, nutritional retention, and allergen control in large-scale manufacturing environments.