2nd Quarter Dry Goods and Meats (fy) 2025
ID: 15B20325Q00000008Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI DANBURYDANBURY, CT, 06811, USA

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a9886b099d65436ab6a17c9b9c69a624/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons at FCI Danbury, is seeking bids for the procurement of dry goods and meats as part of the 2nd Quarter Budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The solicitation includes a variety of food items such as margarine, tofu, sugar substitutes, spices, beans, pasta, condiments, and various cheeses, all of which must meet specific federal standards regarding quality, packaging, and ingredient transparency. This procurement is crucial for maintaining nutritional standards and compliance with food safety regulations within correctional institutions. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by email by November 26, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST, and should direct any inquiries to Contracting Officer Jared Caswell at jcaswell@bop.gov or by phone at 203-312-5307.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jared Caswell
    (203) 312-5307
    jcaswell@bop.gov
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    Cover Letter for Dry Goods and Meats 2 Quarter.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons at FCI Danbury, issued a solicitation for the acquisition of bread through RFQ 15B20325Q00000008. This communication, dated November 7, 2024, provides essential instructions for submitting a quotation, emphasizing the need for compliance with specified formats and content. Quoters must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and include their DUNS number in their submissions, as eligibility will be verified through the ORCA database. Awards will consider both pricing and past performance. Communication regarding the RFQ is strictly limited to written correspondence with the designated Contracting Officer, Jared Caswell, to maintain procedural integrity. Interested parties must submit their quotations by email by November 26, 2024, by 12:00 PM EST. This solicitation aligns with federal procurement guidelines, promoting equitable opportunities for all organizations, including faith-based entities. The document structures its information clearly, transitioning from instructional to compliance-related content to facilitate the procurement process while ensuring that all parties are informed of their responsibilities and the submission process.
    Dry Goods and Meats FS 2 quarter 25 RFQ.2FS.pdf
    This document is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) from the Danbury Federal Correctional Institution, focused on procuring a variety of food items as part of the 2nd Quarter Budget for Fiscal Year 2025. It details numerous requests under the "Other Foods" category, outlining specific items needed, their quantities, and essential compliance standards. The listed items include margarine, tofu, sugar substitutes, spices, beans, pasta, condiments, and various cheeses, each with precise descriptions of quality and packaging requirements in adherence to federal regulations. The document emphasizes the need for items to meet specific federal standards, including packaging specifications and ingredient transparency. It reflects a structured approach to procurements within the federal system, facilitating efficient supply chains for food services in correctional institutions. This RFQ highlights the government’s focus on maintaining nutritional standards while ensuring compliance with legal food safety regulations.
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