3rd Quarter FY25 Milk Requirement
ID: 15B31725Q00000007Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI BENNETTSVILLEBENNETTSVILLE, SC, 29512, USA

NAICS

Dairy Cattle and Milk Production (112120)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide milk for the Federal Correctional Institution in Bennettsville, South Carolina, for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. The procurement involves supplying 192,000 half-pint containers of pasteurized, nonfat, skim, or fat-free milk, adhering to strict guidelines outlined in the solicitation documents. This contract is significant as it supports the dietary needs of the incarcerated population while promoting compliance with federal regulations and encouraging participation from small businesses, including those owned by disabled veterans and women. Interested offerors must submit their quotes by February 27, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, and can direct inquiries to Eric Clyburn at eclyburn@bop.gov or by phone at 843-454-8225.

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    The document presents a solicitation from the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) for the procurement of dairy products, specifically milk, for FCI Bennettsville. The solicitation number is 15B31725Q00000007, with a due date for offers set for February 27, 2025. This contract is open to small businesses, including those owned by disabled veterans and women, under a 100% set-aside policy. The requirement specifies providing 192,000 half-pint containers of pasteurized, nonfat, skim, or fat-free milk as outlined in the commodity schedule. The document includes detailed terms and conditions for the contract, including compliance with federal laws and specific requirements regarding privacy, security, and contractor responsibilities. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of protecting sensitive information, adhering to government security protocols, and conducting business ethically. The solicitation aims to ensure that contractors deliver quality products while maintaining compliance with federal regulations and safeguarding information throughout the contract's lifecycle. This process reflects the government's commitment to transparency and support for small businesses while fulfilling its service requirements efficiently.
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons' Federal Correctional Institution in Bennettsville, South Carolina, issued a solicitation package on February 5, 2025, for Milk items for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. This package provides detailed instructions for offerors to submit requests for quotes, emphasizing adherence to the guidelines outlined. Key stipulations include registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) for government contractors and completion of annual representations and certifications electronically. Offerors must submit quotes strictly based on the specified items, avoiding any alterations or phrases that could limit the government's evaluation process. Submissions are due by February 27, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, via email or hand delivery to the designated Procurement and Property Specialist, Eric Clyburn. Potential offerors are encouraged to ask questions via email, which will be addressed as appropriate. This solicitation reflects the Department of Justice's structured approach to procurement and the importance of compliance in government contracting processes.
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