FY25 Q4 Kosher Solicitation
ID: 15B41125Q00000008Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI PEKINPEKIN, IL, 61554, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS (8940)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/447466eeb8ce47008f57b7d7069fe60f/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking proposals for the supply of Certified Kosher food items for the Federal Correctional Institution in Pekin, Illinois, for the fourth quarter of FY 2025. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 15B41125Q00000008, is set aside for small businesses and includes a variety of kosher meal specifications that must comply with religious dietary laws, emphasizing the importance of quality and adherence to federal regulations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by May 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST, and ensure registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) along with compliance with all specified requirements, including delivery schedules and kosher certifications. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Hans Frei at hfrei@bop.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Hans Frei
    hfrei@bop.gov
    Files
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    15B41125Q00000008-s.pdf
    The document is a solicitation for commercial products and services issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically for FCI Pekin in Illinois. The solicitation number is 15B41125Q00000008, and offers are due by May 23, 2025. The procurement is set aside for small businesses, including HUBZone and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, with the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code being 311999, which covers "All Other Food Manufacturing." The contract includes a delivery schedule requiring items to be delivered between June 30 and July 14, 2025. It outlines payment terms, contract clauses, and provisions regarding vendor representations and certifications. Specific clauses ensure compliance with federal regulations and address contractor responsibilities, including privacy requirements and prohibitions against using certain equipment or services. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of responding correctly with the necessary documentation to qualify for consideration, with award decisions based on price and past performance. This invitation reflects current trends in government contracting that prioritize supporting small and disadvantaged businesses while ensuring compliance with various federal regulations.
    4th QTR FY 25 Kosher Cover Letter.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, has issued a solicitation for quotes to supply Certified Kosher food items for the Federal Correctional Institution in Pekin, Illinois, for the fourth quarter of FY 25. Vendors are instructed to follow the guidelines provided in the solicitation package carefully, ensuring compliance with the submission format and content requirements. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for all contractors, and potential bidders must include their Data Universal Number System (DUNS) as part of their quote submission. To ensure fairness, vendors should not discuss their quotations with government personnel during the bidding process. All quotes must be emailed to the designated Contracting Officer by May 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. Late submissions will be managed according to federal regulations. This RFP illustrates the Bureau's commitment to supplying specific dietary needs within correctional facilities while adhering to federal procurement processes and regulations.
    Q4FY25 Kosher Religious Diet Specifications.xlsx
    The document is a Religious Diet Specifications Quote Sheet detailing dietary requirements for meals served at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Pekin for the fiscal year 2025, specifically for the fourth quarter. It outlines various kosher meal specifications, including specific ingredients and portion sizes for multiple meal types, such as fish fillet, chicken wings, and vegetarian options, emphasizing compliance with religious dietary laws. Each item must be accompanied by a kosher certification and adhere to strict ingredient and preparation guidelines. Failure to meet these specifications will disqualify quotes, and only certified suppliers should respond to this RFP. The document also includes delivery requirements and expectations for packaging, temperatures during transport, and liability measures for non-compliance. It stipulates that product inspection upon delivery is necessary and contractors must ensure all items comply with defined kosher standards. The purpose of the document is to solicit bids for meal provision and to ensure that the meals meet federal regulations and dietary needs. Overall, it emphasizes the critical nature of compliance with kosher dietary laws in food service operations within the correctional facility context.
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