Definitive Contract 123J1426C0522

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service awarded a $2.34 million firm fixed-price contract to DLF Packing LLC, a small disadvantaged business based in Fort Pierce, Florida, for the procurement and delivery of fresh citrus commodities to support domestic food assistance programs. Under this total small business set-aside contract, DLF Packing will supply oranges in 34-39 pound cartons to multiple distribution centers across the United States, with deliveries scheduled between February and June 2026. The contract was awarded on January 15, 2026, with an ultimate completion date of May 13, 2026, and includes firm fixed pricing for commercial products procured in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 12 and Agricultural Acquisition Regulation requirements mandating U.S.-origin produce.

DLF Packing's selection reflects its established track record as a reliable supplier to USDA food assistance initiatives, having received approximately 12 definitive contracts since August 2021 with values ranging from $21,000 to $5.9 million. The company maintains the necessary compliance certifications, including Good Agricultural Practices and Good Handling Practices standards, to support the government's food security mission. This procurement is part of the USDA's Section 32 food donation programs, which utilize domestic agricultural products to address food insecurity nationwide, with this particular award sourced through expedited solicitation procedures and supporting weekly delivery schedules to distribution points in multiple states.