FCI TEXARKANA - BREAD - 3rd Qtr FY2025
ID: 15B51525Q00000008Type: Solicitation
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JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI TEXARKANATEXARKANA, TX, 75501, USA

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Commercial Bakeries (311812)

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BAKERY AND CEREAL PRODUCTS (8920)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Federal Bureau of Prisons, under the Department of Justice, is seeking proposals for the supply of bread items for the Federal Correctional Institution in Texarkana, Texas, for the third quarter of FY2025. The procurement will focus on various bread products, including white Texas toast, hot dog buns, hamburger buns, and sliced whole wheat bread, with a firm-fixed price contract structure. This solicitation emphasizes the importance of providing fresh, high-quality food items that comply with federal and state regulations, ensuring the health and safety of the institution's population. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by February 18, 2025, with the anticipated award date set for February 24, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Galo Morlet at gmorlet@bop.gov or Nicholas Zwermann at nzwermann@bop.gov.

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    The document is a solicitation for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically for procurement related to baked goods, set to be delivered weekly from April 1 to June 30, 2025. Issued on January 30, 2025, it is open exclusively for small businesses, particularly those owned by veterans and women. The solicitation specifies detailed requirements for various items, including white Texas toast, hot dog buns, hamburger buns, and sliced bread. The key conditions include a firm fixed price and comprehensive clauses addressing contractor obligations, invoicing, payment, and compliance with federal regulations. Contractors must ensure timely delivery and adherence to quality standards, as all items must be fresh and conform to specified agricultural practices. The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining security and confidentiality of Department of Justice information for contractors involved. It outlines the necessity for compliance with critical security measures while engaging with DOJ data and mandates the use of secure systems for any data processing tasks. Overall, this solicitation reflects the federal government's commitment to supporting small businesses while ensuring high standards for goods supplied to its facilities.
    The U.S. Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for bread items for the Federal Correctional Institution in Texarkana, Texas, for the third quarter of FY2025. Offerors must submit a completed Standard Form 1449 and comply with specific requirements outlined in the solicitation. Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory, and offerors must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). The project evaluation will prioritize price over past performance. All items will be awarded to the most advantageous single offeror whose submission meets the specifications. Timely delivery is crucial, with penalties for non-compliance. Quotes are due by February 18, 2025, via email. Points of contact for inquiries are provided but should not be used for quote submissions.
    The document outlines the National Menu Specifications Quote Sheet for the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Texarkana, Texas, covering procurement details for various bread products to be delivered weekly from April 1 to June 30, 2025. Key items include white Texas toast, hot dog buns, hamburger buns, and sliced whole wheat bread, with specific requirements for preparation, labeling, and allergen compliance as per federal and state regulations. Each item must be fresh, arriving within 48 hours after baking, and products can originate from outside the U.S. as long as they meet specifications. The document emphasizes non-acceptance of substitutions and compliance with the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. This RFP reflects the federal requirement to adhere to standardized food procurement processes, ensuring quality and safety in the provided products while aligning with regulatory standards for food items in government institutions.
    The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Prisons is announcing a solicitation for bread supply under contract 15B515245Q00000008 for the 3rd Quarter of FY2025, with a focus on achieving a Firm-Fixed Price agreement. The NAICS code for this procurement is 311812. The evaluation will emphasize Price and Past Performance, with Price being weighted more heavily. The successful offeror will be chosen based on overall benefit to the government. Late deliveries may lead to contract termination. The solicitation will be available on January 30, 2025, via the SAM.gov website, with quotes due by February 18, 2025, and anticipated award by February 24, 2025. Participants must complete required representations and certifications on SAM.gov. Contact information for contract specialists is provided for inquiries, but quotes should not be sent to their emails. This solicitation represents the Bureau's effort to procure essential food items while adhering to federal procurement policies and procedures.
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