FCI TALLADEGA 2ND QTR 281 Bread 15B31325Q00000001
ID: 15B31325Q00000001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI TALLADEGATALLADEGA, AL, 35160, USA

NAICS

Commercial Bakeries (311812)

PSC

BAKERY AND CEREAL PRODUCTS (8920)
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking proposals for the procurement of various types of fresh bread products for the Federal Correctional Institution in Talladega, Alabama, under solicitation number 15B31325Q00000001. The contract requires the delivery of finger rolls, hamburger rolls, and whole wheat loaves, with deliveries scheduled from January 1 to March 31, 2025, and emphasizes compliance with federal procurement standards and quality assurance. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by December 10, 2024, and the anticipated award date is December 13, 2024; for further inquiries, vendors can contact R. Woods or B. Jones at the provided email addresses or phone numbers.

    Point(s) of Contact
    BRANT JONES
    (256) 315-4151
    (256) 315-4493
    B7JONES@BOP.GOV
    Renasha Woods
    (256) 315-4181
    (256) 315-4493
    r3woods@bop.gov
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    The document is a solicitation from the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) for the procurement of various types of fresh bread products to be delivered to FCI Talladega, AL. The solicitation number is 15B31325Q00000001, with proposals due by December 10, 2024. It outlines specific requirements for three types of bread: finger rolls, hamburger rolls, and whole wheat loaves, detailing size and delivery specifications. The contract falls under the NAICS 311812 category and is open to both small businesses and larger entities. The document includes various federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and clauses relevant to the solicitation. It specifies that the contractor must comply with privacy and security requirements, as well as provisions related to fair labor standards and the prohibition of certain business practices. Offerors are required to complete and submit necessary representations and certifications, including those pertaining to small business status and compliance with federal laws. Overall, this solicitation aims to ensure that the FBOP sources high-quality bread products while adhering to federal procurement standards and encouraging small business participation.
    The memorandum from the Federal Bureau of Prisons outlines the solicitation process for commercial bread items for the Federal Correctional Institution in Talladega, Alabama. Interested vendors must complete and submit Standard Form (SF) 1449, including specified components and original signatures. It emphasizes the requirement for vendors to be registered in the SAM system and to accept Electronic Funds Transfer as payment. Quotes must strictly adhere to the specified items without alterations or conditional phrases, as any changes may lead to rejection of bids. Quotes can be emailed or hand-delivered but must be received by 9:00 A.M. CST on December 10, 2024. For inquiries, vendors can contact the Contract Specialist, R. Woods, at the provided phone number. This document serves as a formal request for bids, adhering to federal regulations for procurement processes.
    This document outlines the delivery schedule and requirements for food items under a federal RFP. Deliveries fall into four schedules spanning from January 1 to March 31, 2025, with a focus on timely and compliant delivery. Schedule 1 requires items to be shipped between January 1-18, 2025, while subsequent schedules dictate bi-weekly, weekly, or bi-weekly deliveries, as per arrangements with Food Service Staff. All items must be palletized, and perishable foods must be maintained at specific temperatures, with strict refusal of thawed products. Compliance with specifications is critical; items will undergo inspection, and those failing to meet standards will be rejected and must be retrieved at the vendor's cost. Certified Religious Diet Items require proper labeling to avoid refusal. Vendors failing to adhere to the schedule risk disqualification from future bidding opportunities. This document is part of government protocols, emphasizing the importance of compliance and quality in food service procurement.
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically the Federal Correctional Institution in Talladega, is seeking bids for a firm-fixed price contract concerning the quarterly supply of bread, with deliveries scheduled from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. The solicitation, numbered 15B31325Q00000001, will be available around November 22, 2024, on the SAM.gov website, where all related announcements will also be posted. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by December 10, 2024, and payment for awarded contracts of $10,000 or less will be processed electronically. The award will be granted to the responsible offeror who submits the most advantageous proposal, with price being the primary factor. Notably, Faith-Based and Community-Based Organizations are included in the solicitation process. For inquiries, interested parties may contact designated representatives via email or phone. The anticipated contract award date is December 13, 2024.
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