The document is a solicitation from the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBP) for the procurement of various types of bread for the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Bennettsville, SC, with a due date for offers set for February 27, 2025. It is part of an unrestricted solicitation, specifically designated for small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned and economically disadvantaged women-owned firms. The solicitation outlines the expected delivery terms, requirements for product specifications, and various clauses that govern the contract, including terms for inspection, payment, and contractor responsibilities concerning privacy and data security. It emphasizes that deliveries must be made within 48 hours of baking and details compliance with various federal regulations related to contract management. This RFP serves to ensure the provision of quality food supplies while adhering to standards of accountability regarding government contracting processes, privacy, and data management. The document presents structured sections including an outline of products desired, contract clauses, an introduction to relevant federal regulations, and compliance requirements that bidders must meet.
The U.S. Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Correctional Institution, Bennettsville, South Carolina, issues a solicitation package for acquiring bread items for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. The package includes instructions for submitting a request for quote (RFQ) and emphasizes the importance of adhering to these instructions. Offerors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide their Unique Entity ID number in their submissions, with failure to comply potentially leading to disqualification. Quotes must strictly address the specified items without alterations and must be submitted by February 27, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. EST, either via email or hand-delivery to the designated contact, Eric Clyburn. The notice also underlines that late submissions will not be considered, encouraging any queries to be directed to the provided email address. This solicitation reflects the government's procurement process for essential supplies, ensuring compliance and efficient operation within federal institutions.