The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is seeking bids for the procurement of fresh russet potatoes to support domestic food assistance programs, including the National School Lunch Program. Vendors must comply with USDA's Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and Good Handling Practices (GHP) certification to ensure the quality and safety of the products supplied. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to enhancing nutrition programs while prioritizing small businesses, with a firm commitment to sourcing 100% from these entities. Interested contractors should note that the submission period opens on September 4, 2024, and closes on September 12, 2024, with deliveries scheduled between January 8, 2025, and March 26, 2025. For inquiries, potential bidders can contact Douglas E. Stickler or Valerie Dinkel via email at their respective addresses provided in the solicitation.