3rd Qtr. FY 2025 Certified Kosher/Halal Items
ID: 15B50225Q00000048Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCC BEAUMONTBEAUMONT, TX, 77705, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS (8940)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3d9599a390404187ba586436848b23d7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking qualified vendors to supply certified Kosher and Halal food items for the Federal Correctional Complex in Beaumont, Texas, for the 3rd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025. The procurement includes a variety of food products, all of which must be certified by recognized Orthodox Kosher or Halal certification agencies, with specific guidelines for ingredients and packaging. This initiative aims to meet the dietary needs of the institution's population, ensuring compliance with religious dietary laws and promoting inclusive meal planning. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by March 17, 2025, with delivery of awarded items scheduled to begin on April 1, 2025. For inquiries, contact Dillon Tydlacka at dtydlacka@bop.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dillon Tydlacka
    dtydlacka@bop.gov
    Files
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    15B50225Q00000048 (Kosher-Halal).pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for commercial products and services by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (RFP number 15B50225Q00000048), specifically regarding the procurement of certified Kosher/Halal food items scheduled for delivery by April 1, 2025. The solicitation is issued as unrestricted but is set aside for small businesses (100% allocation). It includes detailed compliance requirements regarding contractors' access to sensitive information, privacy responsibilities, and security obligations, emphasizing the safeguarding of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Prospective offerors are required to submit sealed quotes by a specified deadline and must ensure adherence to regulations encompassed in FAR clauses. The contract includes contingencies for product specifications and emphasizes the importance of maintaining strict compliance with menu standards. The document also highlights the consequences of non-compliance in terms of delivery schedules and acceptance criteria. Overall, it serves as an official call for quotes while addressing critical data privacy and security concerns associated with government contracts.
    Kosher_Halal Items Offer Letter.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of certified Kosher and Halal items for the Federal Correctional Complex in Beaumont, Texas. The solicitation outlines the requirements and instructions for prospective vendors, emphasizing adherence to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), including the necessity of registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submission of a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Quoters must submit a Standard Form 1449 along with National/Kosher Menu Specifications Quote Sheets and certification letters from religious agencies for each product proposed. All inquiries must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer, and the submission deadline is March 17, 2025, by 10:00 a.m. CST. Quotations can be submitted via mail, fax, or email, with specific delivery instructions provided. Vendors who fail to deliver awarded products may be classified as non-responsible and could be barred from future bids. Delivery of awarded items is scheduled to begin on April 1, 2025. The document emphasizes strict adherence to procedures to ensure the integrity of the procurement process, consistent with government contract regulations.
    Kosher_Halal Items Specs 15B50225Q00000048.docx
    The Certified Religious Diet (Kosher/Halal) Specifications Quote Sheet outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) by FCC Beaumont for sourcing a variety of kosher and halal food items for the 3rd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025. The document specifies that all products must be certified by recognized Orthodox Kosher or Halal certification agencies and includes explicit guidelines for ingredients and packaging. Key items sought include various kosher certified foods such as cereals, seasonings, beverages, and meals, each requiring unique certification labels. The requested quantities range significantly, with 500,000 units of kosher cereal and 1,000,000 units of sugar substitute being notable highlights, along with various halal options like chicken and turkey meals. The structured listing includes descriptions, unit quantities, and specific certifications needed, ensuring compliance with dietary laws. Overall, this RFP aims to meet the dietary needs of the institution's population, contributing to inclusive meal planning in compliance with religious dietary laws.
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