FCI MIAMI Q3 FY25 - Religious Menu
ID: RFQP03092500008Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI MIAMIMIAMI, FL, 33177, 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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d47ad896c8d54cf39fb869f6227fb82d/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons at FCI Miami, is seeking quotations for certified Kosher and Halal food items under solicitation number RFQP03092500008. The procurement aims to supply compliant meal products for use in correctional facilities, adhering to strict dietary certifications and specifications for various food items, including omelets, tuna, cereal, and meat meals. This initiative underscores the importance of providing appropriate dietary options within the correctional system while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and security measures. Interested small businesses, including HUBZone and service-disabled veteran-owned firms, must submit their quotations by February 21, 2025, and are required to deliver items within 30 days after receipt of order. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Marketplace Support at marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com or by phone at 1-877-933-3243.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Marketplace Support
    18779333243
    marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com
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    RFQP03092500008- Religious.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for the supply of kosher and halal meal products for use in correctional facilities, specifically FCI Miami. The RFQ, identified by solicitation number RFQP03092500008, emphasizes compliance with specific dietary certifications, such as kosher and halal, and includes detailed specifications for various food items like omelets, tuna, cereal, and meat meals. Key requirements include mandatory delivery timelines (30 days ARO), the necessity for pricing to be presented as firm fixed prices, and strict packaging specifications to ensure compliance with religious dietary laws. The document also specifies that the solicitation is set aside for small businesses, including specific categories such as HUBZone and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Evaluation criteria for offers include the lowest bid meeting required specifications and past performance references. Additionally, attached clauses detail contract terms, privacy requirements, and security measures that contractors must adhere to, highlighting the importance of data protection and compliance within the DOJ framework. Overall, the purpose of the RFQ is to source compliant food products while ensuring stringent adherence to security and regulatory obligations in a correctional facility setting.
    RFQP03092500008- RELIGIOUS MENU COVER LETTER.pdf
    The Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Miami, Florida, is issuing a solicitation (RFQP03092500008) for certified Kosher/Halal food items, inviting quotations from potential offerors. Offerors are required to adhere to specific instructions and guidelines outlined in the solicitation package, including the submission format and necessary information. Compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.212-4 is mandatory, and all contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database, with the inclusion of a Unique Entity ID in their quotes. Quotations will be evaluated based on lowest bid, compliance with specifications, and past performance, with a submission deadline set for February 21, 2025. Delivery of items must occur within 30 days after receipt of order (ARO), with potential consequences for late submissions. Additionally, product samples may be requested to ensure adherence to specifications. This solicitation indicates the federal government's ongoing process to procure necessary food supplies while ensuring compliance with dietary requirements.
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