15B51725Q00000003 2ND QTR FY25 KOSHER
ID: 15B51725Q00000003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFDC HOUSTONHOUSTON, TX, 77052, USA

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f30e4ae92e134ce0ae3b67a93ac1b678/view
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    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting proposals for kosher food items under solicitation number 15B51725Q00000003 for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. The procurement requires the delivery of various kosher-certified food products, including individual packages of kosher cereal, jelly, and coffee, to the Food Service Warehouse in Houston, Texas, between January 1 and January 15, 2025. This initiative is crucial for meeting the dietary needs of incarcerated individuals while ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by November 29, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time, and are encouraged to contact O. Ojajuni at oojajuni@bop.gov or Muhammad Khan at m2khan@bop.gov for further inquiries.

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    15B51725Q00000003 2ND QTR FY25 KOSHER.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for food products by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically involving Kosher certified items, in support of dietary requirements at FDC Houston. The solicitation (number 15B51725Q00000003) was issued on November 18, 2024, with a due date for offers by November 29, 2024. The procurement is set aside for 100% small business participation with a NAICS code of 311991. Key products requested include individual packages of Kosher cereal, jelly, and coffee, highlighting strict specifications for kosher certification. The contract terms incorporate specific clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), emphasizing inspection rights, the requirement for prompt payment, handling of nonconforming supplies, and security measures for government information. Additionally, the document stresses the importance of maintaining contractor compliance with privacy requirements and emphasizes the necessity of training employees on privacy and data security. It underscores the need for contractors to develop plans to maintain operations during emergencies while adhering to DOJ security protocols. Overall, this solicitation aims to ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations while fulfilling the dietary needs of incarcerated individuals through appropriate and certified products.
    2nd Qtr Food Service Synopsis KOSHER FY25.docx
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons is soliciting proposals for kosher food items as outlined in solicitation 15B51725Q00000003 for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. Deliveries are to occur between January 1 and January 15, 2025, at the Food Service Warehouse in Houston, Texas, with firm-fixed pricing. Evaluation criteria will prioritize price over past performance, and proposals must adhere to submission deadlines set for November 29, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. Vendors must register through the SAM website and provide banking information for electronic payments. Non-compliance with submission requirements may lead to disqualification. All updates regarding the solicitation will be made available through the SAM website, emphasizing the importance of timely and compliant proposals for potential award recipients. This process reflects the federal procurement system's commitment to competitive contracting and ensuring the government acquires necessary goods effectively.
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