Sack Lunch Meals at ICE/ERO Bakersfield
ID: 70CDCR24Q00000015Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENTDETENTION COMPLIANCE AND REMOVALSWASHINGTON, DC, 20024, USA

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8fa5d0529251441aa654d437f48742bc/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide "sack lunch" meals for noncitizens in custody at its Bakersfield Sub-Office in California. The procurement requires daily delivery of meals, including Regular, Vegetarian, and Halal options, adhering to strict food safety and sanitation standards, with a contract period starting October 16, 2024, and extending for a base year plus four optional years. This initiative underscores ICE's commitment to ensuring nutritional support for individuals in custody while maintaining compliance with health regulations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by September 25, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Natasha Nguyen at natasha.t.nguyen@ice.dhs.gov or Eric M. Peterson at Eric.Peterson@ice.dhs.gov.

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    ATTACHMENT 1 - STATEMENT OF WORK 70CDCR24Q00000015 (FINAL).doc
    The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), specifically its Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), has issued a Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement of "sack lunch" meals for noncitizens in custody at its Bakersfield Sub-Office, California. This contract is designed to provide daily meals on weekdays while processing individuals for detention and removal. The contractor is responsible for supplying all necessary labor, materials, and equipment while adhering to food safety and sanitation standards set by the USDA. The meals consist of a Regular option (turkey or chicken), a Vegetarian option (American cheese), and a Halal meal, each packed to meet dietary requirements and safety protocols, such as no peanut products or glass containers. The contractor must ensure timely delivery and maintain quality control throughout the service period, which extends for a base year with four additional option years. Deliveries are required between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM, excluding federal holidays, and all food preparation must occur off-site. This procurement emphasizes ICE's commitment to providing essential nutritional support to individuals in custody while ensuring compliance with health standards and operational efficiency.
    ATTACHMENT 2 - PRICING WORKSHEET 70CDCR24Q00000015 (FINAL).xlsx
    This document outlines a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP) for meal and water services over multiple contract periods from October 2024 to October 2029. The Base Period includes provisions for Regular Sack Lunch Meals (14,200 units), Vegetarian Meals (50 units), Halal Meals (50 units), and bottled Water (28,600 units). Each option period, extending through 2029, retains the same quantities and meal types for consistent service and supply. The RFP does not specify prices, indicating that bids will determine final totals. This procurement aims to ensure sustained meal and hydration support, likely for federal or government-sponsored programs. The structured approach over multiple years suggests a long-term commitment to maintaining service levels while facilitating a competitive bidding process for contractors. Overall, the document reflects standard procedures in public procurement, aimed at efficiently addressing nutritional needs with oversight for cost evaluation.
    Combined Synopsis Solicitation 70DCR24Q00000015 (FINAL).docx
    The document outlines the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation 70CDCR24Q00000015 for sack lunch meals, categorized as a competitive Request for Quote (RFQ) exclusively for small businesses under the NAICS Code 311991. The government seeks daily delivery of sack lunch meals over a contract period beginning October 16, 2024, encompassing a base period of 12 months and four optional 12-month extensions. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and are encouraged to scrutinize the attached Statement of Work. Proposals will be evaluated based on the lowest priced technically acceptable quotes, where technical capability must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the requirements. The solicitation specifies requirements for quote formatting, submission guidelines, and deadlines, including a due date for inquiries by September 20, 2024, and final quote submissions by September 25, 2024. Additionally, the document references applicable federal acquisition regulations, clauses, and provisions. Overall, it emphasizes the necessity for compliance with RFQ instructions to achieve a successful bid for providing meal services.
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