Second Quarter FCI Leavenworth Religious Diet
ID: 15B40825Q0000CS2Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSNCROKANSAS CITY, KS, 66101, 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)
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting quotes for a firm fixed-price contract to supply food items for the Religious Diet at FCI Leavenworth, with deliveries scheduled between January 1 and January 24, 2025. Vendors must adhere to specific dietary requirements, including kosher meal specifications, and provide per-unit pricing for the items listed in the attached spreadsheet by December 2, 2024, at 7:00 am Central Time. This procurement is crucial for ensuring compliance with nutritional and religious standards for inmates, emphasizing the importance of quality and adherence to specifications. Interested vendors can contact David Smith at d23smith@bop.gov or by phone at 913-551-1068 for further details.

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    The document outlines the Religious Diet Specifications Quote Sheet for USP Leavenworth, which details requirements for various kosher meals and food items to comply with religious dietary needs for FY 2025, 1st quarter. Each item includes specific ingredients, weight, and preparation standards to ensure compliance, with prohibitions on substitutions. Meals include a range of kosher options such as fish fillet, chicken wings, meatloaf, and pasta offerings, all adhering to prescribed dietary guidelines. The sheet emphasizes that adherence to these specifications is mandatory, with non-compliant bids being disqualified. The document is structured by listing units required, item descriptions, and specifications for kosher certification. This itemized approach is standard for federal RFPs, aiming to ensure that contracted food products meet specific dietary requirements essential for the health and well-being of clients at correctional institutions. The focus on precise ingredient specifications ensures compliance with nutritional and religious standards.
    The document outlines the delivery requirements for food service contracts at FCI Leavenworth for the 2nd quarter of Fiscal Year 2025. Deliveries are permitted only between January 1 and January 24, 2024, with no early deliveries accepted. Contractors must return signed award documents within three days, and failure to meet delivery schedules or compliance may negatively impact future contract considerations. All deliveries must be palletized, with strict temperature controls for perishable and frozen foods. Non-compliance with the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) National Menu Specifications will result in refusal of items. Additionally, conditionally received items must be inspected within three days, and any unacceptable products must be picked up at the vendor's expense within two weeks of notification, or they will be disposed of. This structure emphasizes adherence to specifications and the consequences of non-compliance, ensuring quality food service within the facility.
    The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Prisons has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ), solicitation number 15B40825Q0000CS2, for food items to be delivered to FCI Leavenworth between January 1 and January 24, 2025. This initiative is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the primary NAICS code 311999, covering various food manufacturing categories. Vendors interested in submitting quotes must provide a per-unit price for the specified items via an attached spreadsheet by December 2, 2024, at 7:00 am Central Time. Quote evaluations will focus on technical acceptability and pricing, with a requirement for past performance assessments. Compliance with the Privacy Act and associated government regulations is also mandated, including specific training for contractor personnel handling sensitive data. Additionally, contractors must maintain proper records, safeguard personally identifiable information (PII), and adhere to strict incident reporting protocols regarding data breaches. The RFQ reflects the Bureau's commitment to ensuring a fair procurement process while upholding security and privacy standards in line with federal regulations.
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    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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