FCC Coleman - Fish Fillet
ID: 1177565-15B30224Q00000018Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCC COLEMANCOLEMAN, FL, 33521, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

MEAT, POULTRY, AND FISH (8905)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0cb012e283954739a4e997bab0f2ddee/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons (BOP) seeks bids from small businesses for a substantial quantity of individually quick-frozen raw fish fillets under a firm fixed-price contract.

    The main purpose is to supply high-quality fish fillets, including tilapia, cod, and haddock species, conforming to U.S. grade A or B standards, with precise net weight labeling. The BOP aims to procure a significant quantity, with an estimated target price of $1.00 per item.

    Bidders should take note that substitutions are strictly prohibited, and exact adherence to the specified fish types and grades is crucial. The contract requires the successful bidder to deliver the fish fillets to the BOP facility in Coleman, Florida.

    The scope of work involves a one-time delivery of 9,000 pounds of fish fillets, with the possibility of extensions. Deliveries must arrive at the Florida destination by the specified deadline.

    To be eligible, applicants must meet the small business size standard of 700 employees and possess the ability to adhere strictly to the detailed specifications and delivery requirements. Experience in supplying similar food products to institutional clients is advantageous.

    Funding for this procurement is estimated at a substantial amount, with the potential for future adjustments and extensions to the contract. Awards will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, considering cost and technical compliance.

    Interested parties must submit their bids online via the Unison Marketplace platform by the strict deadline of 11:00 ET on July 22, 2024. It is imperative that applicants carefully review the solicitation details and ensure their bids comply with the stringent requirements.

    For any clarifications or questions, bidders can contact the primary point of contact whose details are provided in the solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Name: Marketplace Support, Title: Marketplace Support, Phone: 1.877.933.3243, Email: MarketplaceSupport@unisonglobal.com;
    marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com
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    1177565_BuyDetails.pdf
    The Department of Justice's Bureau of Prisons (BOP) seeks to procure a substantial quantity of individually quick-frozen raw fish fillets, including species like tilapia, cod, and haddock, conforming to U.S. grade A or B standards. These fillets must be practically boneless, with precise net weight labeling and no added water or glaze. Bidders must exercise caution, as substitutions are not allowed, and exact compliance with the specified fish types and grades is essential. The BOP requires a substantial quantity, with an estimated target price of $1.00, and vendors must submit their bids accordingly. The procurement process follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, emphasizing both cost-effectiveness and technical adherence. Interested vendors must submit their offers by the deadline of 11:00 ET on July 22, 2024, through the Unison Marketplace platform, providing detailed product descriptions and ensuring compliance with the stringent requirements outlined in the RFP. The BOP emphasizes the necessity of delivering the fish fillets to the specified destination in Coleman, Florida, outlining a clear delivery schedule. This procurement is designated for small businesses, adding an extra layer of certification requirement for eligible bidders.
    Q00000018.pdf
    The Solicitation/Contract Form seeks offers for a firm fixed-price contract to supply 9,000 pounds of individually quick-frozen fish fillets for the Federal Bureau of Prisons. The main procurement objective is to purchase high-quality fish fillets in accordance with detailed specifications. Acceptable fish types include tilapia, cod, haddock, and others, with specific requirements for size, grading, and labeling. The contract's scope entails delivering the fish fillets to the Federal Bureau of Prisons FCC Coleman facility. Offerors are required to submit their quotes by 11:00 ET on July 22, 2024, with the contract potentially leading to further adjustments and extensions. The evaluation of proposals will likely focus on factors such as price and compliance with the detailed specifications. The contract's estimated value is not provided. Additionally, the solicitation incorporates several clauses related to privacy requirements, records management, and data privacy, which prospective contractors must carefully review. Key dates include the submission deadline, with the evaluation process and contract award potentially extending beyond that date.
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