FY25 3RD QTR CERTIFIED
ID: RFQP02162500010Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI ELKTONELKTON, OH, 44415, 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/4ad7e939d62940b7b749f53a782f708a/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons at FCI Elkton, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the provision of certified food services for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. The procurement focuses on supplying Certified Halal and Kosher meals, with detailed specifications outlined in the associated documents, including meal options, ingredient requirements, and preparation guidelines. This initiative is crucial for ensuring compliance with dietary restrictions for inmates, emphasizing the importance of quality and adherence to federal regulations. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by the specified deadlines, with deliveries scheduled between April 1 and May 2, 2025. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Logan Kress at lkress@bop.gov or Zach Bowers at zbowers@bop.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Logan Kress
    (330) 420-6234
    lkress@bop.gov
    Zach Bowers
    (330) 420-6460
    zbowers@bop.gov
    Files
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    CERTIFIED Q3 FY25 MENU SPECS.pdf
    The document outlines the specifications for a National Menu Quotations Sheet, focusing on Certified Halal and Kosher meals to be provided for government food service. It lists various meal options categorized as Halal or Kosher, detailing ingredients, portion sizes, and specific requirements for each dish, such as meat content percentages and preparation guidelines. The itemized categories include fish, chicken, beef, vegetarian meals, and individual serving products like coffee and snacks. Compliance with religious dietary specifications is mandatory for acceptance, with final determinations made by the Chief Dietitian. Deliveries are scheduled between April 1 and May 2, 2025, for FCI Elkton, Ohio, signifying preparation for fiscal year 2025, quarter 3. The document serves as a structured request for proposals (RFP), indicating requirements for suppliers aiming to participate in National food service contracts while adhering to selected dietary restrictions.
    Q3 CERTIFIED SOLICITATION.pdf
    The document outlines the Request for Quotation (RFQ) RFQP02162500010 issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically FCI Elkton, for the provision of certified food requirements for the third quarter of the fiscal year 2025. The RFQ is set aside for small businesses, including HUBZone and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. This solicitation emphasizes a delivery timeframe between April 2, 2025, and April 22, 2025, with strict quality control measures for food items. Detailed clauses concerning security, data privacy, and compliance with federal acquisition regulations are specified, including requirements for managing sensitive information and ensuring cybersecurity standards. The document also discusses the necessity for contractors to follow rigorous incident reporting protocols for any security breaches or potential breaches involving DOJ Information. Overall, the document seeks to secure reliable food supplies while upholding the highest standards of compliance and security within the contract's parameters.
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    FY25 3RD QTR CERTIFIED
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