FY26 4TH QTR SUBSISTENCE, KOSHER FOODS; ABSTRACT AWARD WINNER

The Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Fort Dix, is soliciting quotes for subsistence items, including eggs, bread, and dairy, for the third quarter of FY26 (July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026). This is a total small business set-aside Request for Quote (RFQ) with a NAICS code of 311999 and a 700-employee size standard. Quotes are due by May 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET and must be submitted via email to aaponteberrios@bop.gov and bvirgillo@bop.gov. Evaluation will be based on price and past performance (Go/No-Go basis). Vendors must be registered in SAM and accept Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). The solicitation includes various FAR and DOJ clauses, such as those related to prompt payment, patent indemnity, whistleblower rights, and prohibitions on certain internal confidentiality agreements. Specific instructions are provided for completing the SF-1449 and an attached Excel form for pricing.

This government solicitation (15BFTD26Q00000008) from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Fort Dix, is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for subsistence items, including eggs, bread, and dairy, for the period of July 1 to September 30, 2026. The acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 311999 with a 700-employee size standard. Offers are due by May 5, 2026, at 11:59 ET. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible offeror based on price and a 'Go/No-Go' past performance evaluation, which assesses timeliness and order accuracy. The solicitation emphasizes strict adherence to submission instructions, including using an attached Excel form for pricing and emailing quotes by the deadline. It also incorporates various FAR and DOJ clauses covering contractor residency, whistleblower rights, SAM registration, and prohibitions on inverted domestic corporations.

This document outlines the delivery and acceptance requirements for vendors supplying FCI Fort Dix for Fiscal Year 2026. Deliveries are expected between July 1st and 15th, Monday to Thursday, 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, with no deliveries on Fridays or federal holidays. Vendors must coordinate appointments with the Food Service warehouse staff and submit billing only after all products are accounted for. Strict delivery requirements include palletization, adherence to temperature ranges for perishable and frozen goods, and refusal of expired or previously thawed items. All products must comply with BOP National Menu Specifications and will undergo thorough inspection, with conditional acceptance for up to three days. Non-compliant items must be picked up by the vendor within two weeks, or they will be disposed of. Failure to meet these specifications or delivery schedules will negatively impact the contractor's past performance record.

The Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Institution, Fort Dix, NJ, issued a solicitation (15BFTD26Q00000008) for commercial subsistence items for its inmate population. Offerors must submit price quotes by May 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time, via email only to aaponteberrios@bop.gov and bvirgillo@bop.gov, with the subject line “15BFTD26Q00000008”. Required documents include a completed SF-1449, Contractor Information Sheet, and a bid sheet in Excel format. The government will award items by line item to the lowest responsive/responsible offeror, except for bread, hot dog, hamburger, and whole wheat items, which will be considered together and awarded to a single vendor based on the lowest combined price. Vendors must be registered in SAM.GOV and accept Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Changes to the solicitation may result in bid rejection.

The National Menu Specifications Quote Sheet for FCI Anywhere, USA, outlines requirements for various food items for March 2026. The document details specifications for dry and canned beans, rice, pasta, corn meal, flour, non-fat dry milk, cereals, peanut butter, soy products, shortening, oils, butter, margarine, dressings, vinegar, condiments, jelly, sugars, syrup, pastries, pizza, taco shells, tortillas, tortilla chips, and tomato products. All delivered items must comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act, Fair Packaging and Labeling Act, and allergen labeling requirements. No specification substitutions are accepted, and items must be ovenable, not fry-only. A critical requirement is that all subsistence must have a "Best Buy Date" or Expiration Date no earlier than December 31, 2026, with delivery refused if the date is earlier. The NFSA/Chief Dietitian will make final determinations on product compliance.

The provided document, titled "CONTRACTOR’S INFORMATION SHEET" with Solicitation Number 15BFTD26Q00000008, is a standard form used within government procurement processes. Its primary purpose is to collect essential identifying and contact information from a contractor or company. This sheet is a critical component in federal government RFPs, federal grants, and state and local RFPs, as it facilitates communication, record-keeping, and the overall administrative process of awarding contracts or grants. The required information includes the name of the contractor, the company name, the full address, email address, phone number, and the UEI (Unique Entity Identifier) Number, which is a mandatory identifier for entities doing business with the U.S. federal government. This document ensures that all necessary contact and identification details are captured for official purposes.

This document outlines the procurement and cost breakdown for the FY2026 4th Quarter Kosher food supply for the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Fort Dix. The federal procurement is structured around four selected food vendors, detailing the unit pricing, quantities, and total costs for various kosher-certified items. The vendor allocations and projected expenditures are as follows: - **EMS**: Awarded the largest share at $30,544.20, providing specialized kosher meals including meat options (such as beans and franks, chicken cacciatore, and spaghetti with meatballs), parve items (fish fillet and vegetable protein pasta), and dairy dishes (cheese and Spanish omelets). - **Foods Galore**: Awarded $8,840.00 for bulk breakfast and condiment items, specifically instant kosher farina packets and individual fruit jelly assortments. - **B2G Group**: Awarded $2,963.40 for individual packets of instant plain kosher oatmeal and sealed pouches of vegetable juice. - **Shaver**: Awarded $2,555.52 for individual packages of kosher sardines in water and mayonnaise-style salad dressing packets. The total projected expenditure across all vendors for the FCI Fort Dix FY26 4th Quarter Kosher food contract is approximately $44,903.12. This procurement ensures the facility meets the religious dietary requirements of its population with pre-packaged, certified kosher food items.

This document details the Subsistence Award results for FCI Fort Dix for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26). It outlines the food and beverage contracts awarded to various commercial vendors to supply the federal correctional institution. Multiple vendors received portions of the subsistence contract, with key awards including: - **GERJ:** Awarded the largest single share at $120,350.00 for pasteurized milk. - **Wildkale:** Awarded $102,167.33 for various bread products, including whole wheat bread and rolls. - **Apex:** Awarded $49,450.00 for meats, including ground beef and patties. - **Universal Poultry:** Awarded $46,400.00 for boneless chicken. - **Pueblo:** Awarded $43,737.00, which includes raw fish fillets, flour, oats, and cornmeal. - **Advanced:** Awarded $28,725.00 for boneless turkey roast. - **Rainmaker:** Awarded $24,948.00 for shell eggs. - **EMA:** Awarded $23,800.00 for chicken leg quarters. - **Mina:** Awarded $19,644.17 for bulk items like macaroni, spaghetti, and white rice. - **Smooth:** Awarded $16,996.66 for liquid pasteurized eggs. Other notable vendors receiving smaller awards for specific dietary, vegetable, and condiment items include Highland ($11,968.32 for spinach and canned tomatoes), North Star ($9,363.60 for cheddar cheese), Covenant ($7,450.00), Foods Galore ($6,533.33), and Shaver ($46.00). A contract allocated to JNS was canceled, resulting in zero dollars awarded. The procurement ensures a continuous, diverse supply of nutritional staples for the facility.