KOSHER REQUIREMENT 2ND QTR 2025
ID: 15B31725Q00000002Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI BENNETTSVILLEBENNETTSVILLE, SC, 29512, USA

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Frozen Specialty Food Manufacturing (311412)

PSC

SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS (8940)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Correctional Institution in Bennettsville, South Carolina, is seeking quotes for the supply of kosher food items for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. This procurement is specifically set aside for small businesses, with a firm-fixed price contract requiring compliance with strict kosher dietary laws and federal regulations. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of providing necessary dietary options for inmates while ensuring adherence to security protocols and privacy protection standards. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by November 29, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. EST, and can direct inquiries to Eric Clyburn at eclyburn@bop.gov or by phone at 843-454-8225.

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    The document outlines a solicitation for commercial services related to a kosher food requirement for the Federal Bureau of Prisons at FCI Bennettsville, scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2025. It is designated for small businesses, particularly encouraging participation from various subsets including HubZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, and economically disadvantaged women-owned businesses. Key operational details include a firm-fixed price contract, submission instructions, and delivery specifications. The solicitation incorporates numerous clauses addressing contract terms, dispute resolution, vendor responsibilities, security protocols for handling sensitive information, and compliance with federal regulations. Notably, the document stipulates that contractors must ensure employee training on privacy protection and the safeguarding of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Moreover, there are strict guidelines for handling data breaches, requiring immediate reporting and remediation efforts. Overall, this solicitation emphasizes the federal government's commitment to secure operations and encourages small business engagement, ensuring compliance with legal standards and regulations while providing necessary services to the Bureau of Prisons.
    The document outlines the Religious Diet Specifications Quote Sheet for FCI Bennettsville for FY25, specifically for the second quarter. It details various kosher meal options for procurement, including ingredients, preparation requirements, and quantities needed. Each meal adheres to strict Kosher dietary laws and includes various types such as Kosher Meat, Kosher Parve, and Kosher Dairy. The document emphasizes that compliance with these specifications is mandatory, and no substitutions are allowed. Items are meticulously listed, showcasing the required portions and preparation standards to ensure kosher certification, with a total of 40 items proposed, ranging from fish fillets to prepared meals like spaghetti with meatballs and assorted kosher snacks. The purchasing process aligns with federal regulations, necessitating kosher certification from recognized agencies and stipulating specific delivery requirements regarding temperature and packaging. Furthermore, an award acceptance clause is present, explaining the need for contractor compliance with regulations and delivery schedules. This structure ensures that meals served meet the dietary needs of those requiring a religious diet while adhering to federal procurement standards.
    The U.S. Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Correctional Institution, Bennettsville, is soliciting quotes for the supply of Kosher items for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. The solicitation package outlines necessary instructions, including compliance with FAR 52.212-4, which mandates registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submission of a Unique Entity ID. Offerors must adhere strictly to the specified items and descriptions in their quotes, as any modifications may lead to rejection. Quotes must be submitted by November 29, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. EST, either via email or hand delivery to designated personnel. Questions are encouraged, but should be submitted in writing. This procurement process emphasizes the government’s requirement for adherence to formal regulations and clear communication from contractors, ensuring a fair and structured bidding environment for supply contracts.
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