FY25 2ND QTR BREAD REQUIREMENT FCI MANCHESTER
ID: 15B11025Q00000001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI MANCHESTERMANCHESTER, KY, 40962, USA

NAICS

Commercial Bakeries (311812)

PSC

BAKERY AND CEREAL PRODUCTS (8920)
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking quotations for the supply of bread items for the Federal Correctional Institution in Manchester, Kentucky, for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. The procurement includes various types of bread products, such as Kosher wheat bread, hamburger buns, and hot dog buns, with a focus on quality specifications and timely delivery. This solicitation is crucial for meeting the dietary needs of the institution's population and is open to all businesses, with encouragement for small and community-based organizations to participate. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically by November 22, 2024, and can obtain the solicitation documents starting November 8, 2024, from the SAM.GOV website; inquiries should be directed to Contract Specialist Andre Cawood at akcawood@bop.gov.

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    Andre Cawood
    akcawood@bop.gov
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    The document detailed in solicitation number 15B11025Q00000001 pertains to a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically addressing the supply of baked goods for the fiscal year 2025. The main purpose is to solicit offers for specific types of bread products, including Kosher wheat bread, hamburger buns, and hot dog buns, with a focus on quality specifications such as being certified Kosher and delivered fresh within specified timeframes. Key details include the performance period from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025, requiring weekly deliveries and setting criteria based on price and past performance as award factors. The solicitation is open to all businesses with encouragement for small businesses, including various set-aside categories. The document also outlines necessary actions for interested contractors, including completion of specific blocks and submission of offers by the deadline of November 22, 2024. Overall, this solicitation reflects the government's need for reliable suppliers to meet food service requirements in a correctional facility context while adhering to specific dietary and quality standards.
    The U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for quarterly subsistence products, specifically bread items, for the Federal Correctional Institution in Manchester, Kentucky. This RFQ seeks bids for the period spanning January 1 to March 31, 2025, with orders to be placed by the Food Services staff. Quotes must be submitted to the Contracting Officer by November 22, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. EST, and electronic submissions are required. Offerors must be registered in the SAM.GOV database and provide their Universal Entity Number (UEI) in their quote. The document details specific requirements, including adherence to the listed specifications and submission in the correct units of issue. The document emphasizes that alternatives will not be accepted, and timely delivery is critical. Potential bidders must complete the necessary representations and certifications, either electronically or via paper form. The RFQ outlines payment processes depending on the award amount and provides contact information for inquiries. This solicitation demonstrates the federal government's procurement process and its commitment to maintaining compliance in vendor registration and contract terms.
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons is preparing to issue a solicitation for the procurement of bread items for its Federal Correctional Institution in Manchester, Kentucky. This is an unrestricted solicitation under NAICS code 311812, with deliveries slated to start on January 1, 2025. Interested vendors can obtain the solicitation on or around November 8, 2024, from the General Services Administration’s SAM.GOV website. The deadline for quotations is projected for November 22, 2024, although the exact date will be specified in the solicitation. The selection process will consider factors such as price, past performance, and quality, with awards based on the best value. The contract specialist, Andre Cawood, will handle inquiries exclusively via email, and completed offers should be mailed or emailed to the specified addresses. Faith Based and Community Based Organizations are encouraged to participate. This solicitation reflects the government’s ongoing effort to obtain essential goods while ensuring fair competition among diverse organizations.
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