FMC LEXINGTON 2ND QTR - CHIPS
ID: 15B10925Q00000021Type: 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

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting offers for the procurement of kosher potato chips to be delivered to the Federal Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. The solicitation, identified as No. 15B10925Q00000021, requires vendors to provide up to 30,000 individual sealed packages, with deliveries scheduled from January 2, 2025, to January 17, 2025, and emphasizes compliance with strict security and privacy regulations. This initiative is set aside for small businesses, reflecting the federal commitment to fostering economic engagement, and interested vendors must submit their quotes by December 6, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, with inquiries directed to Dawn Hadden at dhadden@bop.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dawn Hadden
    dhadden@bop.gov
    Heather Surber
    hsurber@bop.gov
    Files
    Title
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    The U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting offers for various food items to be delivered to the Federal Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. The solicitation package includes all necessary information for potential vendors to submit price quotes and outlines that responses must include the completed Standard Form (SF) 1449 along with specific details in designated blocks. The government intends to award contracts based on the best value, considering factors such as price, past performance, and overall quality, and may issue awards for individual items rather than as a whole. Vendors are cautioned against altering the solicitation details, as any changes could lead to the rejection of their quotes. The deadline for submissions is December 6, 2024, by 2:00 P.M., with the option to email responses. Questions regarding the solicitation can be directed to the Supervisory Contract Specialist, Dawn Hadden. This document reflects the procedural framework typical in government Requests for Proposals (RFPs), emphasizing adherence to specific submission guidelines and evaluation criteria.
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons has issued a Solicitation (No. 15B10925Q00000021) for the procurement of kosher potato chips, specifically individual sealed packages totaling up to 30,000 units. The contract emphasizes weekly deliveries and requires compliance with strict security and privacy regulations surrounding sensitive information. The awarded contractor must adhere to the Justice Acquisition Regulation and demonstrate proficiency in managing information security, contractor privacy, and ensuring the confidentiality of Department of Justice (DOJ) information. Additionally, the contractor is mandated to follow comprehensive cybersecurity measures, including immediate reporting of any security incidents, access limitations, and stringent data handling protocols. The solicitation is set aside for small businesses, aligning with federal preferences to foster economic engagement and inclusion. Detailed clauses within the solicitation also address contractor responsibilities regarding data privacy, record management, and the safeguards necessary to protect sensitive information. Overall, this initiative underscores the DOJ's commitment to secure and effective procurement processes while emphasizing compliance with various federal regulations.
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    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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