Section 32 FROZEN BLACKBERRIES

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting bids for the supply of frozen blackberries under Section 32. The solicitation has been amended to add three additional blackberry varieties—Columbia Star, Hull, and Loch Ness—and to remove the previous requirement limiting frozen product age to 18 months from inspection. Suppliers must meet the USDA Commodity Specification for Frozen Fruit. This is a single‑step IFB; offers are to be submitted in accordance with the FAR and USDA procurement regulations. No separate written solicitation will be issued. • Product: Frozen blackberries (including Columbia Star, Hull, Loch Ness) • Compliance: Must follow USDA Commodity Specification for Frozen Fruit • Procurement type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) – single‑step solicitation • NAICS code: 311411 – Frozen Fruit, Juice, and Vegetable Manufacturing • Contact: Ashley Train ([email protected], (771) 241‑5650) • No pre‑bid meeting, site visit, or question deadline disclosed • Award and contract terms not detailed in the excerpt.