FMC LEXINGTON 2ND QTR - CANNED VEGGIES/BEANS
ID: 15B10925Q00000027Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFMC LEXINGTONLEXINGTON, KY, 40511, USA

NAICS

Fruit and Vegetable Retailers (445230)

PSC

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES (8915)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting bids for canned vegetables and beans to be delivered to the Federal Medical Center (FMC) in Lexington, Kentucky, under solicitation number 15B10925Q00000027. The procurement aims to secure subsistence products for the facility, with specific requirements regarding the quality and origin of the items, and emphasizes participation from small businesses, particularly those that are HUBZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, or economically disadvantaged women-owned. Proposals must be submitted by December 6, 2024, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, with all submissions requiring a completed Standard Form (SF) 1449. Interested vendors can direct inquiries to Dawn Hadden at dhadden@bop.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dawn Hadden
    dhadden@bop.gov
    Heather Surber
    hsurber@bop.gov
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    The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) has issued a solicitation for subsistence products, specifically canned vegetables and beans, under solicitation number 15B10925Q00000027. Offers are sought from small businesses, with an emphasis on HUBZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, and economically disadvantaged women-owned entities. The proposal deadline is December 6, 2024, with delivery to FMC Lexington in Kentucky stipulated for weekly deliveries between 7 AM and 2 PM. The document outlines the required supplies, including various canned vegetables with specific criteria regarding the quality and origin of the products. Additionally, it sets forth contract clauses detailing information security and privacy requirements for contractors who may handle Department of Justice (DOJ) information. Important provisions include compliance with Federal Information Security standards, regular security training for employees, and expectations for reporting potential security incidents. Overall, this solicitation illustrates the government's focus on acquiring food supplies while ensuring that contract adherence to security and privacy regulations is maintained, thereby fostering a secure operational environment. The emphasis on small and disadvantaged businesses aligns with federal initiatives to promote inclusive procurement practices.
    The U.S. Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting bids for various food items to be delivered to the Federal Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. This letter outlines the requirements for offerors to submit their quotes, which should include a completed Standard Form (SF) 1449, detailing pricing and compliance with solicitation guidelines. The government will evaluate submissions based on best value criteria, including price, past performance, and quality, and reserves the right to issue single or multiple awards. Offerors must adhere strictly to the item descriptions and avoid limiting phrases in their quotations. The deadline for submission is 2:00 PM on December 6, 2024, with options for physical mail or email. Queries regarding the solicitation can be directed to the Supervisory Contract Specialist, Dawn Hadden, emphasizing the importance of following instructions precisely to avoid rejection of offers. This document reflects standard practices in federal procurement processes.
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    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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