FCI ATLANTA - FY25 Q2 - FOOD SERVICE - MILK & BREAD
ID: 15B30125Q00000002Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSUSP ATLANTAATLANTA, GA, 30315, 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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    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting quotes from small businesses for the supply of milk and bread for the United States Penitentiary in Atlanta, Georgia, for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. The procurement aims to secure essential food service supplies that must conform to USDA specifications and be delivered within 48 hours after baking, emphasizing the importance of quality and timely delivery for the facility's operations. Interested bidders are required to submit their proposals via email, ensuring compliance with the updated SAM registration and other necessary certifications, with the solicitation closing at 09:00 AM ET on the specified date. For further inquiries, bidders can contact Lenora Butler at l3butler@bop.gov or Brenda Blaylock at BBLAYLOCK@BOP.GOV.

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    The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Prisons is soliciting quotes from small businesses for the supply of milk and bread for its Atlanta facility for the second quarter of FY25. This is a small business set-aside contract, and the associated NAICS code is 311999. Delivery is expected from January to March 2025, during weekdays only, and must be to the Food Service Warehouse at FCI Atlanta. Interested bidders must monitor the System for Award Management (SAM) for updates and submit their proposals via email. The evaluation criteria focus on pricing and past performance, with price being the primary factor. Bidders must also have their Unique Entity ID verify their registration in SAM and complete necessary representations and certifications. The government reserves the right to award contracts either individually or collectively based on value. Specific considerations for packaging, pricing accuracy, and delivery compliance are emphasized, along with responsibilities to provide correct specifications. Questions regarding the solicitation can be directed to designated contract specialists. Overall, this solicitation aims to engage small businesses in fulfilling essential supply needs for the Bureau of Prisons while ensuring regulatory compliance and competitive pricing.
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    The document details a solicitation (15B30125Q00000002) for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically for food service supplies, including various types of bread and kosher milk scheduled for delivery starting January 2025. This request is set aside for small businesses and encourages participation from different socioeconomic categories, emphasizing equal opportunities in the procurement process. Contractors must adhere to specifications, provide fair pricing based on past performances, and must have an updated SAM account. The document outlines delivery terms, contract clauses, and emphasizes contractor compliance with Privacy Act requirements and security measures surrounding sensitive information. Notable clauses include terms for inspection and acceptance of supplies, invoice requirements, and stipulations for handling personally identifiable information (PII). Overall, the solicitation reinforces the government's commitment to secure procurement processes while ensuring the delivery of critical food items for the service mission of the Bureau of Prisons.
    This document serves as an amendment to the solicitation for food service supplies at the Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically for USP Atlanta. Effective November 8, 2024, it updates contact information and includes the FAR clause regarding the availability of funds. The main goal is to solicit offers for food items: various types of bread and milk, which must conform to specific USDA specifications and be delivered within 48 hours after baking. Key sections outline contract clauses, including inspection, payment terms, and contractor obligations concerning privacy and security of information. The contractor must follow strict compliance with privacy and data protection laws while ensuring secure handling of sensitive information regarding inmates. This amendment emphasizes the importance of timely delivery and adherence to quality specifications, ensuring critical support for food service operations at the facility. With careful monitoring and compliance, the document reaffirms the government's commitment to safeguarding both organizational integrity and contractual obligations.
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation for food service supplies, specifically for the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) at USP Atlanta. It outlines changes to the solicitation including the Point of Contact (POC) information for L. Butler and confirms that the solicitation will close at 09:00 AM ET on the specified date. The contract requires the provision of various types of bread and kosher milk, emphasizing their criticality to the food service mission, and requires immediate communication upon any delivery defaults. Included are specific supply requirements and delivery timelines within 48 hours after baking. The document also details contract terms, clauses related to privacy and security for contractor personnel, requirements for handling sensitive information, and guidelines for compliance with government security policies. It ensures contractor accountability in maintaining the security and confidentiality of Department of Justice information, mandates training for employees, and establishes procedures to manage any breaches of personally identifiable information (PII). This amendment reaffirms the government's regulations surrounding procurement to ensure standards for food services are met while highlighting the importance of data privacy and information security in government contracts.
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