The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Correctional Institution Ashland in Kentucky, is seeking bids from small businesses for the procurement of quarterly subsistence meat items under solicitation number 15B10224Q00000011. The contract will cover various meat products, including ground beef patties, chicken products, fish fillets, and sausages, with deliveries expected between October 1st and October 25th, 2024. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the dietary needs of the institution's population, and the government emphasizes a commitment to sourcing from small businesses, particularly those owned by disabled veterans, women, or economically disadvantaged individuals. Interested parties must submit their quotes electronically to Luke Bonner at lbonner@bop.gov by September 23, 2024, with the anticipated award date set for September 24, 2024.