Federal Surplus and Food Distribution - Concord, NH

Federal Surplus and Food Distribution

The Federal Surplus and Food Distribution office, located at 12 Hills Avenue in Concord, New Hampshire, is a specialized unit within the NH Department of Administrative Services (Bureau of Purchase and Property). This facility manages the logistical operations for two critical federal programs: the USDA Food Distribution Program and the Federal Surplus Property Program. Unlike the state surplus store at White Farm, this location primarily serves eligible organizations, schools, and municipalities rather than the general public.

Food Distribution Programs

This division acts as the state distributing agency for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). It secures and distributes nutritious commodities to support food security across New Hampshire.

• National School Lunch Program (NSLP): Providing USDA foods to public and private schools to support nutritious meals for students.
• The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP): Distributing food to food banks, soup kitchens, and pantries to help low-income individuals and families.
• Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP): Supporting nutrition for low-income elderly persons.

Federal Surplus Property

The office also facilitates the transfer of surplus federal property—ranging from office equipment to heavy machinery—to eligible recipients. Qualified donees include state and local government agencies, non-profit educational and public health institutions, and programs for the homeless. The goal is to extend the useful life of federal assets while saving taxpayer money for local communities.

Access and Eligibility

Access to services at this location is generally restricted to authorized representatives of eligible agencies. Schools and non-profit organizations must be pre-qualified to receive goods. The facility focuses on administrative processing and warehousing logistics rather than direct retail.