FDC HOUSTON 4TH QTR FOOD SERVICE SYPNOSIS (SUBSISTENCE)
ID: 15B51725Q00000022Type: Solicitation
AwardedJun 27, 2025
$150K$150,000
AwardeeFDC Houston Houston TX 77002 USA
Award #:15B51725Q00000022
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFDC HOUSTONHOUSTON, TX, 77052, USA

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3c7b7c27fcd14c8ab40f9fee61133e0f/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting proposals for food service supplies for the Federal Detention Center in Houston, Texas, under solicitation number 15B51725Q00000022. The procurement focuses on a variety of subsistence items, including beans, rice, pasta, canned vegetables, and meats, with delivery required between July 1 and July 25, 2025, to the Food Service Warehouse in Houston. This initiative is crucial for ensuring the availability of nutritious food for the Bureau's facilities, adhering to stringent government contracting standards. Interested vendors, particularly small businesses, must submit their bids via email by June 24, 2025, and ensure compliance with all proposal requirements, including registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). For further inquiries, vendors can contact O. Ojajuni at oojajuni@bop.gov or Daniel Cruz at dcruz-ayala@bop.gov.

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    4TH Qtr Food Service Synopsis Subsistence FY25.docx
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons is issuing a solicitation for subsistence line items for the Federal Detention Center in Houston, with the solicitation number 15B51725Q00000022. Proposals are requested for delivery between July 1 and July 25, 2025, with shipping to the Food Service Warehouse in Houston. The contract type is firm-fixed price, and the government may award multiple contracts based on proposals evaluated on price and past performance. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by June 24, 2025, and ensure their representations and certifications are completed via the SAM website. It is imperative that vendors deliver within the specified timeframe, as failure to meet these deadlines will jeopardize their contract standing. The solicitation details the necessity of submitting completed RFQ documents, and a record of strong past performance is essential for success in this proposal, as it may outweigh lower price bids. Comprehensive adherence to the proposal requirements is crucial for consideration, underscoring the government's commitment to securing reliable vendors for food supply needs.
    FOOD SERVICE 4th QTR FY25 SUBSISTENCE - PO.pdf
    The document is a solicitation by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for various food supplies and services, identified by solicitation number 15B51725Q00000022. The solicitation includes a detailed schedule of supplies required, predominantly focusing on various types of beans, rice, pasta, canned vegetables, and meats, among other items. Each item is listed with specific details such as quantity, unit, and requirements for quality standards. Vendors are required to submit bids via email by the deadline of June 24, 2025, and are encouraged to participate in a set-aside competition exclusively for small businesses, including HUBZone and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. The document incorporates federal regulations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), emphasizing compliance with various contract clauses, including inspection, acceptance, and payment processes. Additionally, it details terms of performance, timelines, and the need for contractors to maintain registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The overarching purpose of this solicitation is to procure necessary food supplies for the Bureau's facilities, ensuring nutritious food availability while adhering to stringent government contracting standards and regulations.
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