Full and Open Competition after exclusion of sources
Major Defense Program
Not listed
Pricing Type
Firm Fixed Price
Place of Performance
Gustine, CA 95322, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Sealed Bid
Number Of Offers Received
6
Legislative Mandate
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National Interest Action
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Research Type
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Primary Consortia Member
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The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service awarded a $286,740 definitive contract to Horizon Marketing, Inc. for dried pitted plums (prunes) for domestic food donations on September 25, 2026, under a total small business set-aside.
Horizon Marketing, Inc. is a minority-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned (SDVOSB), and veteran-owned small business (VOSB) competing exclusively under small business set-asides. The contract carries firm fixed-price pricing with an ultimate completion date of January 15, 2027. Place of performance is Gustine, California.
The originating solicitation (12-3J14-26-B-0401) was issued as an invitation for bid under FAR Part 12 commercial item acquisition procedures and closed on September 11, 2026. NAICS code 311423 (Dried and Dehydrated Food Manufacturing) and PSC code 8915 (Fruits and Vegetables) apply. The procurement supports USDA domestic food assistance programs and requires sourcing exclusively from United States producers meeting USDA Good Agricultural Practices and Good Handling Practices certifications.