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The Pre-Order Process is an annual requirement for all sponsors. The process allows you to allocate next year's entitlement to programs and reserve USDA items for your organization. |
Timeline
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Thursday, January 8 – USDA Foods Interest Survey opens
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Friday, January 16 – USDA Foods Interest Survey closes
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Monday, February 2 – All forms open (Pre-Order Survey, DoD Enrollment Form, Unprocessed Fruit & Vegetable Pilot Form)
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Friday, February 20 – Initial Pre-Order Survey due
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Monday, February 23 – CNS FDP staff will review the total quantity of products requested for the state and denote any items that do not meet the minimum truckload requirement.
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 School Year 2025–26 School Meal Program Monthly Webinar Series
Monthly, September through June.
Time: 2–3 pm
Register here
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Tuesday, February 24 through Friday, February 27 – Review and revise your Pre-Order Survey for items that did not meet state truckload minimums and reallocate your entitlement dollars to other products. *If you do not reallocate the entitlement dollars for these items, your entitlement will be returned to your account.
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Friday, February 27 – Pre-Order Survey closes at 4pm
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Friday, February 27 – DoD Enrollment Form closes at 4pm (for participation July 1)
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Friday, February 27 – Diversion pounds from Co-Op Leads due to OSPI by 4pm
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Friday, March 30 – Unprocessed F&V Pilot Form closes at 4pm
Survey and Form Links available through CNPweb
- Pre-Order Survey – Opens February 2; closes February 27
- Diversions – Opens February 2; closes February 27
- 2026–27 DoD Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Enrollment Form - Opens February 2; closes February 27
- 2026–27 Unprocessed Fruits & Vegetables Pilot Application - Opens February 2; closes March 30
Resources
Questions? Email Sarah Davis or call 360-725-6215.
March Order Period Opens February 4–11
March orders open Wednesday, February 4 and close Wednesday, February 11 at 4 pm.
Surplus orders open Thursday, February 12 according to the following schedule.
- 1 pm for groups 1 and 2
- 1:30 pm for group 3
- 2 pm for group 4
See the Order and Delivery Schedule for group assignments.
Surplus closes Friday, February 13 at 4 pm.
Please remember to notify OSPI for delivery information updates
If you have a new delivery contact person or delivery address change, please fill out the Delivery Updates Form.
USDA Food Complaints
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For February, we’re spotlighting USDA Foods item 100117 - Chicken, Fajita Strips, Cooked, Frozen.
Product Description
This item is fully cooked dark meat chicken fajita strips made from boneless, skinless drumsticks, thighs, and/or legs. This product is marinated in fajita seasoning and contains grill markings. The item is shipped frozen in 30-pound cases containing six 5-pound or three 10-pound packages.
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Culinary Tips and Recipes
- Fajita chicken strips can be heated and served in burritos, fajitas, wraps, or used as a topping on a leafy green salad or rice bowl.
- Fajita chicken strips can also be cut up and used as a protein option in dishes such as soups and casseroles.
- For culinary techniques and recipe ideas, visit the Institute of Child Nutrition or USDA’s Team Nutrition.
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USDA Product Information Sheets provide basic product information, and the USDA Foods Database provides vendor-specific nutrition, allergen, and ingredient information.
Questions? Email Sarah Davis or call 360-725-6215.
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February 2
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Pre-Order Process Opens
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February 4
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February Order Period Opens | 8:30 am
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February 11
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February Order Period Closes | 4 pm
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February 12
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February Surplus Orders Open
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February 13
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February Surplus Orders Close | 4 pm
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February 27
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Pre-Order Process Closes
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February 27
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Invoices Post in CNPweb
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ALL STUDENTS PREPARED FOR POST-SECONDARY PATHWAYS, CAREERS, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT.
Led by State Superintendent Chris Reykdal, OSPI oversees K-12 public education in Washington state. Our mission is to provide funding, resources, tools, data and technical assistance that enable educators to ensure students succeed in our public schools, are prepared to access post-secondary training and education, and are equipped to thrive in their careers and lives.
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ADA NOTIFICATION FOR OSPI CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES EVENTS
To arrange accommodations for persons with disabilities for OSPI Child Nutrition Services events, please contact the Child Nutrition Services Team at 360-725-6200, TTY 360-664-3631, or by email, child.nutrition@k12.wa.us at least three business days before the event. Please note that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not require OSPI to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider.
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