FY25 PASSOVER FOOD ITEMS
ID: 15B61625Q00000005Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCC VICTORVILLEADELANTO, CA, 92301, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4fc9ae27dafe48a08072902b7a6c4522/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting proposals for the provision of Kosher food items for Passover at the Federal Correctional Complex in Victorville, California, under Solicitation Number 15B61625Q00000005. This procurement is specifically set aside for small businesses, including HubZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, and women-owned enterprises, with a focus on compliance with federal acquisition regulations and quality standards for food services. The contract requires delivery of over 18,000 units of Kosher meals and related products by March 14, 2025, with quotes due by 9:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time on February 4, 2025. Interested vendors should contact Francisco DeJesus at fdejesus@bop.gov for further details and ensure compliance with all specifications and requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Francisco DeJesus
    (760) 246-2470
    fdejesus@bop.gov
    Patrick Delahanty
    (760) 246-2628
    pdelahanty@bop.gov
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    ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS.pdf
    The document outlines the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that contractors must follow when engaging in contracts for commercial products and services. It specifies compliance requirements related to various statutes and Executive Orders aimed at maintaining ethical contracting standards, prohibiting certain practices, and ensuring fair labor conditions. Key clauses included are: prohibiting confidentiality agreements (52.203-19), restrictions on contracting with foreign entities (52.204-23), and laws to protect whistleblower rights (52.203-17). Additionally, it mandates compliance with labor standards and equal opportunity regulations, specifically addressing subcontracting responsibilities, small business utilization, and environmental considerations. The document's purpose is to ensure that contractors are aware of their obligations under federal law when entering contracts and to protect the government’s interests by enforcing accountability and transparency in procurement processes. Such regulations are essential for federal RFPs and grants, ensuring ethical dealings while promoting equal opportunity and labor rights within federal contracts.
    BRQ SF1449 - 15B61625Q00000005.pdf
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons is soliciting proposals for the provision of Kosher food items for Passover, with a solicitation number of 15B61625Q00000005. The contract is primarily set aside for small businesses, particularly HubZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, and women-owned businesses, as specified by NAICS code 311999, with a size standard of 700 employees. The solicitation was issued on January 27, 2025, with proposals due by February 4, 2025. The request includes a detailed schedule of food items required, such as Kosher meals and other related products for the period of January 27, 2025, to March 14, 2025, targeting a total quantity of over 18,000 units across various items. This procurement emphasizes the need for compliance with federal acquisition clauses and includes provisions on contractor responsibilities regarding privacy and data protection. In summary, this RFP highlights the government's focus on sourcing from qualified small businesses while ensuring strict adherence to regulations and quality standards for food services within the Bureau's facilities during Passover.
    FY25 PASSOVER COVER LETTER AND DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting quotes for food service items, particularly for FY24 Passover, for the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) in Victorville, CA. The solicitation outlines the requirement for potential contractors to register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit quotations electronically via Unisonglobal.com by a specified deadline. Contracts will be evaluated based on past performance, delivery capability, and cost, with strict adherence to specifications. Deliveries must be completed by March 14, 2025, and must meet precise temperature and packaging criteria. Non-compliance with specifications will result in refusal of items, and vendors who fail to meet delivery schedules risk future disqualification. Invoicing will be conducted electronically, with a focus on efficient payment processing. This solicitation underscores the government's commitment to adherence to standards and timely service delivery within the constraints of federal procurement regulations.
    Religious Diet General Specs.pdf
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