FCI ATLANTA - FY25 Q2 - FOOD SERVICE - GENERAL SUBSISTENCE
ID: 15B30125Q00000001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSUSP ATLANTAATLANTA, GA, 30315, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

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, is soliciting bids for food service supplies at the Federal Correctional Institution in Atlanta, Georgia, for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. This procurement, classified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, aims to secure a variety of food items, including kosher products, with specific requirements for quality and compliance with USDA standards. The selected vendor will play a crucial role in providing essential food supplies for the institution, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations. Bids must be submitted electronically by November 18, 2024, with deliveries scheduled between January 1 and January 15, 2025. For inquiries, interested parties may contact Lenora Butler at l3butler@bop.gov or Brenda Blaylock at BBLAYLOCK@BOP.GOV.

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    The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Prisons is soliciting bids for quarterly food service subsistence at the Federal Correctional Institution in Atlanta, GA, emphasizing a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation's NAICS code is 311999, with delivery scheduled between January 1-15, 2025, on weekdays only. Potential bidders must submit quotes electronically and are advised to stay updated via the System for Award Management (SAM). Evaluation criteria focus primarily on price, with past performance as a secondary consideration. All vendors must have a Unique Entity ID and be registered in SAM, fulfilling the necessary representations and certifications. The government retains discretion to award contracts individually or in aggregates and requires compliance with specified packaging and delivery standards. For further inquiries regarding specifications or delivery, specific contacts have been provided. This solicitation serves to ensure the procurement of food services aligns with government regulations while promoting small business participation.
    The document outlines the federal holidays as established by U.S. law (5 U.S.C. 6103) for federal employees, detailing observance dates for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026. It notes that federal employees, who typically work Monday through Friday, observe holidays on the nearest weekday if they fall on a weekend. The schedule lists specific holidays, including New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Christmas Day, detailing the corresponding dates for several years. It also highlights names designated by federal law, clarifying instances where alternate names are used by state and local governments or private businesses. This information is pertinent for planning and compliance regarding federal personnel policies, reflecting the structured approach of federal governance in managing employee work schedules and compensation. The document serves as a reference for federal agencies and employees to understand their recognized holidays, ensuring consistency across the workforce and supporting broader administrative and operational planning.
    The document is a solicitation for food service supplies for the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) at FCI Atlanta, aiming to procure various food items for fiscal year 2025. It is classified as an unrestricted RFP, set aside for small businesses, and covers a wide range of food products including beans, rice, pasta, canned meats, and vegetables. Key details include that bids must be submitted by November 18, 2024, with deliveries scheduled from January 1 to 15, 2025, and the requirement for products to conform to specified USDA standards. The solicitation emphasizes the necessity for fair pricing based on previous performance, and all items are critical for food service operations. Bid responses must detail specifications, quantity, and unit prices for numerous food items, alongside adherence to contract clauses established under federal regulations. The document outlines preparations necessary for successful bid submissions and necessary terms for contract performance, including warranty conditions, invoicing protocols, and potential termination clauses. Overall, this request underscores the government's commitment to sourcing food supplies from qualified small business vendors while maintaining strict compliance with federal acquisition standards.
    The government document outlines specifications for frozen, boneless, skinless chicken breast meat, targeting suppliers through a request for proposals (RFP). The chicken must adhere to USDA and FSIS standards, ensuring it is A Quality, free from impurities such as cartilage and blood clots, and compliant with safety regulations concerning processing and packaging. The product should be processed within a specific timeframe post-harvest, packed in polyethylene film bags to prevent quality degradation, and must not bear any religious exemption labels. Suppliers are instructed to provide the size of chicken breasts, specifically between 5 to 7 ounces, in their bids. Strict adherence to health and safety guidelines is emphasized, highlighting the importance of quality assurance in federal food procurement. This document serves to ensure that the selected vendor delivers high-quality poultry products meeting federal standards and regulations.
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation by the Federal Bureau of Prisons regarding food service supplies for USP Atlanta. It formally modifies the original solicitation by correcting line items and specifications—changing “Cereal” to “Kosher Cereal” for line item 0060 and adding an Availability of Funds clause should a Continuing Resolution be necessary. The amendment requires contractors to acknowledge receipt and conform to bidding methods as per SAM.gov. It includes a comprehensive list of food items, including various types of beans, cereals (noting restrictions against corn and bran flakes), oils, dressings, meats, and kosher products, detailing quantity, type, and compliance requirements. The contract clauses ensure that the supplier adheres to quality standards and government regulations, detailing conditions of payment, inspection rights, and terms of termination for convenience or cause. The purpose is to maintain compliance with dietary needs while ensuring fair pricing and quality control for government procurement.
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