FCI Berlin FY25 3RD QTR Kosher
ID: 15B21825Q00000006Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI BERLINBERLIN, NH, 03570, 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)
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking quotes for the procurement of kosher food items for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025 at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Berlin, New Hampshire. This solicitation, identified by number 15B21825Q00000006, requires vendors to provide items that meet specified dietary requirements and delivery timelines, with a strict prohibition on substitutions and mixed deliveries of dry and refrigerated goods. The contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses, with a submission deadline for quotes on February 18, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. EST. Interested vendors should submit their quotes electronically to Jessalynn Laflamme at jlaflamme@bop.gov, ensuring compliance with all outlined specifications and requirements.

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    The document appears to be a reference number for a specific federal government procurement request (RFP), noted as 15B21825Q00000006. However, there are no detailed descriptions or context provided within the content itself indicating the nature of the request, its objectives, or requirements. Given that it’s part of federal grants and state/local RFPs, it likely pertains to a solicitation for services or products intended to fulfill governmental needs. Without additional information, the summary emphasizes that this particular RFP is identified but lacks substantive details on its scope or anticipated outcomes.
    The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Prisons outlines terms and conditions for selected contractors responding to solicitations. Key provisions include the requirement for compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, accessible through the FAR website. Notably, faith-based and community organizations can participate equally with other entities in bidding for contracts. Additional provisions address eligibility criteria related to felony convictions and tax liabilities, ensuring that contracts are not awarded to corporations with recent criminal convictions or unpaid federal tax debts. The document emphasizes transparency, prohibiting agreements that restrict employees from reporting fraud, waste, or abuse. Contractors must certify compliance with these stipulations when submitting offers. This memorandum serves to establish clear guidelines to protect government interests and ensure fair competitive practices in federal contracting processes.
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