FMC LEXINGTON 2ND QTR - BULK CONDIMENTS
ID: 15B10925Q00000032Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFMC LEXINGTONLEXINGTON, KY, 40511, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

CONDIMENTS AND RELATED PRODUCTS (8950)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Medical Center (FMC) Lexington, is seeking quotes for bulk condiment supplies for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. The procurement includes a variety of condiments such as vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce, with specific quantities and product specifications outlined in the solicitation. These items are essential for the food service operations at the facility, ensuring that dietary needs are met for the inmate population. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by December 6, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, via email to Dawn Hadden at dhadden@bop.gov, and are required to comply with federal regulations regarding security and privacy.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dawn Hadden
    dhadden@bop.gov
    Heather Surber
    hsurber@bop.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically seeking bulk subsistence condiments for FMC Lexington. It indicates that the solicitation is unrestricted but set aside for small businesses and details the necessary components for potential bidders, including submission deadlines, contact information, and the requirement for weekly deliveries. The schedule specifies the quantities and types of condiments requested, such as vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and others, along with appropriate product specifications. Additionally, the document includes a series of contract clauses related to security, privacy, and compliance with federal regulations. These clauses emphasize responsibilities surrounding the treatment of personally identifiable information (PII) and necessitate adherence to strict cybersecurity protocols to protect DOJ information. The RFQ requires contractors to provide proof of compliance with various regulations, including training for employees dealing with sensitive information. The cumulative aim is to establish a framework for selecting contractors who can responsibly supply the specified products while ensuring compliance with rigorous security and privacy standards, ultimately safeguarding government information and resources.
    The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Prisons has issued a solicitation for quotes for national food items required by the Federal Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. This correspondence outlines the submission requirements for interested offerors, including the completion of the Standard Form (SF) 1449 and specific blocks within it. The government emphasizes its right to award contracts based on best value, evaluating quotes according to price, past performance, quality, and administrative costs. Offerors are instructed to quote only on specified items without altering descriptions or units of measure, as deviations could lead to rejection of their submissions. Completed offers must be submitted by December 6, 2024, either by mail to the designated address or by email to the assigned contract specialist. Questions regarding the solicitation can be directed to the contact provided. This document is a standard procurement announcement in the context of federal RFPs, aiming to supply food products to a federal institution while adhering to governmental procurement protocols.
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    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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