3rd Quarter Dairy Items FY 2025
ID: 15B50825Q00000020Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCC FORREST CITYFORREST CITY, AR, 72336, USA

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

DAIRY FOODS AND EGGS (8910)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/dffb790e8326429c8cd0a9aa97d91acc/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking bids for the procurement of dairy items for the 3rd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025 at the Federal Correctional Complex in Forrest City, Arkansas. The solicitation includes a variety of dairy products such as vegetable margarine, cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and eggs, with specific compliance requirements to meet federal regulations. This procurement is significant as it emphasizes the government's commitment to utilizing small businesses, including those owned by women, economically disadvantaged individuals, and service-disabled veterans. Interested parties must submit their quotations by February 28, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time, to Contract Specialist Essie M. Burton, with a designated delivery date for the products set for April 1, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Essie Burton
    (870) 494-4230
    eburton@bop.gov
    Latina Barden
    (870) 494-4235
    lbarden@bop.gov
    Files
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    Food Service Cover Letter.docx
    The U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, has issued a solicitation for Dairy Items for the 3rd Quarter of FY 2025 at the Federal Correctional Complex in Forrest City, Arkansas. Key aspects include submission requirements for quotations that necessitate the inclusion of a DUNS number, CAGE, and UEI number from Sam.gov. The government plans to award multiple fixed-price contracts to the lowest bidders conforming to solicitation specifications. Quotes must be submitted by February 28, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time, to Contract Specialist Essie M. Burton. Submissions via mail, fax, or email must follow specified guidelines, and late submissions will be handled according to federal regulations. This procurement process underscores the importance of compliance with government contracting protocols and the exclusive authority of the Contracting Officer regarding fund expenditure commitments.
    Q00000020-Dairy Items.pdf
    The document outlines a government solicitation (RFP) for the procurement of dairy products for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically for Fiscal Year 2025. Key items include vegetable margarine, various types of cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and eggs, with required specifications for each product to ensure compliance with federal regulations. The solicitation invites bids from eligible offerors, particularly those classified as small businesses, including women-owned, economically disadvantaged, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Submission is required by February 28, 2025, with a designated delivery date of April 1, 2025. Included are important contract clauses regarding the security of Department of Justice information, compliance with IT security policies, and prohibitions against using certain applications (specifically TikTok) on government devices. The document emphasizes the contractor's obligations regarding data security and confidentiality throughout the contract term and under various federal regulations. This solicitation reflects the government's commitment to utilizing small businesses while ensuring strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards in the procurement process.
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