Nick Wiber

Nick Wiber serves as the primary procurement lead for the Agricultural Marketing Service under the U.S. Department of Agriculture, overseeing the acquisition of processed and preserved agricultural commodities to support federal nutrition assistance programs. He manages a portfolio of contracts focused on the procurement of canned, frozen, and dried food products essential to feeding vulnerable populations through domestic food aid initiatives. His role involves end-to-end contract lifecycle management—from market research and solicitation development to award and performance oversight—ensuring compliance with federal food safety and nutritional standards. Wiber’s acquisitions are strategically aligned with the AMS mission to maintain a resilient, scalable supply chain of shelf-stable, nutrient-dense foods for distribution across federal nutrition programs. Wiber maintains a consistent working relationship with Navcor Logistics LLC, the agency’s primary contractor for the delivery and logistics of perishable and preserved food commodities. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and supply chain reliability, favoring vendors with proven expertise in cold chain management, bulk food handling, and just-in-time distribution. While Navcor Logistics is the dominant partner, Wiber’s contracting patterns reflect a preference for established, high-capacity suppliers capable of meeting stringent USDA food safety and delivery timelines. Wiber’s procurement activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on maximizing operational efficiency and scalability rather than socioeconomic set-asides. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in his portfolio, his contracting decisions are driven by technical capability, capacity, and compliance with federal food program requirements. His core procurement focus lies in NAICS 311991 (Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing), 311421 (Fruit and Vegetable Canning), and 311411 (Frozen Fruit, Juice, and Vegetable Manufacturing). He specializes in acquiring ready-to-serve, shelf-stable meals and ingredients that meet USDA nutritional guidelines, requiring deep familiarity with food preservation technologies, allergen controls, and packaging standards for federal food assistance programs.