Snack Food Manufacturing

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 31191, Snack Food Manufacturing, encompasses companies that produce a variety of processed food products for direct consumption. This category includes manufacturers specializing in preparing and packaging foods such as nuts, peanut products, processed fruits and vegetables, and other ready-to-eat food items. Manufacturers in this category typically transform raw agricultural commodities into finished food products through various processing techniques, with a focus on creating convenient, portable food items for consumers and institutional markets.

Based on the available contract opportunities, federal agencies like the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) consistently solicit contracts for food products within this NAICS category. The contract opportunities demonstrate a preference for small business set-asides, including service-disabled veteran-owned (SDVO), 8(a), AbilityOne, and HUBZone business classifications. Typical contract values range from hundreds of thousands to potentially millions of dollars, with delivery periods spanning several months. The contracts are predominantly for domestic food assistance programs, requiring all products to be grown, processed, and prepared exclusively in the United States.

Recent federal contract opportunities in this NAICS category include solicitations for specific food products such as raw shelled peanuts, peanut butter, sunflower butter, and tree nuts. The USDA has posted multiple opportunities seeking these products for domestic food assistance programs, with deliveries scheduled across different months in 2025. These opportunities consistently require electronic bid submissions through the Web-Based Supply Chain Management (WBSCM) system, detailed product specifications, and compliance with strict federal food safety and quality standards. Delivery locations are varied but often include regions like Memphis, Tennessee, and other distribution centers supporting national food assistance initiatives.