How to bid on Supplement 509 Alaska Pollock from the Agricultural Marketing Service

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Agricultural Marketing Service, part of the USDA, is looking to purchase Alaska Pollock for delivery in June 2026. This is a chance for food suppliers to provide a commodity product to the government.

Vendors should note that this is a Final Supplement 509, indicating specific requirements for this particular procurement. Meeting these detailed specifications is crucial for a successful bid.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This opportunity was published on May 27, 2026. The deadline for submitting your bid is December 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. All required documentation and proposals must be submitted by this time.

Late submissions will likely not be considered, so it is important to plan ahead and ensure all materials are complete and submitted well before the deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is suitable for food processing and distribution firms, particularly those experienced in seafood procurement and supply. Companies that can meet stringent quality control and documentation requirements for fish products are well-positioned.

Relevant experience includes handling Alaska Pollock, adhering to specific raw material and finished product quality standards, and possessing or being able to obtain an approved USDC Product Management Plan (PMP).

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full details of this opportunity, click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.

You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents. Review all materials carefully to understand the complete requirements before preparing your response.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Pay close attention to the specific quality and documentation requirements. You must provide documentation verifying raw material block quality, record truck seal numbers and product temperature on shipping documents, and perform metal detection validation with all three metals.

Ensure you have an approved USDC Product Management Plan (PMP) or can secure one, and provide written proof of it. Double-check that all required information, including the Certificate of Conformance, reflects the correct 'Shipping' date.

Thoroughly review the Master Invitation for Bids – Domestic Commodity Procurement (MIFB-D) as referenced in the supplement, as it contains overarching requirements that apply to this specific bid.