FCI TALLADEGA 3RD QTR 281 Kosher/Halal Solicitation
ID: 15B31325Q00000010Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI TALLADEGATALLADEGA, AL, 35160, 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/c34c79051c2c4abf960c1fb7ac654f94/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting bids for the supply of kosher and halal food items for the Federal Correctional Institution in Talladega, Alabama. Vendors are required to submit their price quotes using Standard Form (SF) 1449, adhering strictly to item specifications and delivery schedules, which include biweekly and weekly deliveries throughout the second quarter of 2025. This procurement is crucial for meeting the dietary needs of inmates while ensuring compliance with religious dietary laws. Interested vendors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their quotes by March 3, 2025, at 4:00 PM CST. For further inquiries, contact Brant Jones at B7JONES@BOP.GOV or by phone at 256-315-4151.

    Point(s) of Contact
    BRANT JONES
    (256) 315-4151
    (256) 315-4493
    B7JONES@BOP.GOV
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    15B31325Q00000010 SF1449 Kosher.pdf
    The document is a solicitation from the Federal Bureau of Prisons for food services, focusing on the procurement of kosher food products for FCI Talladega, Alabama. The RFP emphasizes a total set-aside for small businesses, specifically targeting various types of small business classifications including HUBZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, and women-owned businesses. The main components include the delivery of specific kosher meals, snacks, and condiments, with detailed specifications on portion sizes and kosher certification requirements. Key contract clauses relate to security, privacy requirements, and obligations regarding the handling of DOJ information. The document outlines terms for bill payments, submission deadlines, and compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses. It clearly delineates responsibilities regarding the protection of sensitive information and mandates adherence to specific cybersecurity protocols. In essence, this RFP calls for competitive bids while ensuring that the awarded contract meets comprehensive security and procedural requirements to support the Bureau's operational needs and regulatory obligations.
    Cover Letter 15B31325Q00000010 (Religious Certified Kosher and Halal).pdf
    The memorandum from the Federal Bureau of Prisons outlines a solicitation for acquiring religiously certified kosher and halal items for the Federal Correctional Institution in Talladega, Alabama. It specifies that vendors must submit their price quotes using Standard Form (SF) 1449, detailing submission requirements and deadline, which is set for March 3, 2025, at 4:00 PM CST. Emphasis is placed on vendors following item specifications strictly and avoiding any changes that could lead to quote rejection. Successful bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and accept electronic funds transfer. The memo stresses the importance of original signatures on quotes and invites vendors to contact the contracting specialist for inquiries. Overall, the document serves as a formal invitation for competitive bidding to supply specific food items while emphasizing compliance with procurement regulations.
    DELIVERY SCHEDULE 281 3rd Qtr FY 2025.pdf
    The document outlines the delivery schedules and specifications for food items as part of a government procurement process. Deliveries are organized into four schedules: Schedule 1 requires items to be delivered between April 1 and April 15, 2025; Schedule 2 mandates biweekly deliveries during the second quarter of 2025; Schedule 3 specifies weekly deliveries, and Schedule 4 indicates deliveries twice per week. All food items must meet strict temperature requirements—perishable items should be maintained between 34°F and 40°F while frozen items must be at or below 0°F. Non-compliance with delivery schedules may disqualify vendors from future bids. Additionally, items must comply with specifications and undergo inspection, with conditional acceptance for three days. Failure to comply results in refusal of items and potential disposal if not collected within two weeks. This document is critical in ensuring that procurement for food services adheres to quality standards and operational efficiency guidelines necessary for government contracts.
    PreSolicitation-Religious Certified Kosher and Halal.pdf
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons is set to issue solicitation 15B31325Q00000010, seeking small business vendors for quarterly subsistence of religiously certified kosher and halal food. Deliveries will be made to the Federal Correctional Institution in Talladega, Alabama, with the contract scheduled from April 1 to June 30, 2025, under a firm-fixed price basis. The government emphasizes that quotations will be evaluated based on price and past performance; vendors with poor past performance may be deemed non-responsible. Interested parties must monitor the Federal Business Opportunities website for the solicitation, expected to be available around February 17, 2025, with quotes due by March 3, 2025. Payments under $10,000 will utilize Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or Government Purchase Cards. The point of contact for inquiries is Contract Specialist B. Jones at FCI Talladega. Completed offers can be emailed or mailed to the specified address.
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