FCI Danbury 2nd Quarter Kosher (fy) 2025
ID: 15B20325Q00000010Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI DANBURYDANBURY, CT, 06811, USA

NAICS

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991)

PSC

FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/005bdb0450f24737b023b6163183d84c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking quotes for the procurement of kosher food items for the Federal Correctional Institution in Danbury, Connecticut, for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. The solicitation includes a variety of certified kosher and halal food products, such as kosher margarine, dressings, beverages, dry cereals, and meals, all requiring specific certifications and packaging standards. This procurement is essential for meeting the dietary needs of the facility's population while adhering to federal food regulations. Interested suppliers must submit their quotes electronically by November 26, 2024, and are encouraged to contact Jared Caswell at jcaswell@bop.gov or 203-312-5307 for further inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jared Caswell
    (203) 312-5307
    jcaswell@bop.gov
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    Cover Letter for Kosher 2 Quarter.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, has issued a solicitation for quotes regarding the acquisition of kosher bread for the Federal Correctional Institution Danbury. The solicitation package includes detailed instructions for potential quoters on how to submit their requests effectively. Key requirements include the necessity for quoters to register in the System for Award Management (SAM), provide their DUNS number, and ensure compliance with the federal acquisition regulations. Quotes must be submitted electronically by November 26, 2024. All communication related to technical inquiries must be directed to the Contracting Officer in writing, and prospective quoters are cautioned against discussing their quotes with other government personnel to avoid disqualification. The selection will be based on a combination of price and past performance, with equal consideration given to submissions from faith-based and community organizations. This procurement reflects the government's ongoing commitment to transparency and equal opportunity in contracting processes.
    Kosher FS 25 2quarter RFQ.pdf
    The document details a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the Danbury Federal Correctional Institution, focusing on the procurement of certified kosher and halal food items for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025. It outlines specific types of food products requested, including kosher margarine, dressing, beverages, dry cereals, and meals such as chicken cacciatore and spaghetti with meatballs. Each item is detailed with quantities, packaging requirements, and certifications needed, emphasizing the necessity for kosher or halal certification markings on each individual package. The RFQ serves to collect bids from suppliers capable of fulfilling these dietary requirements, highlighting the importance of compliance with federal food regulations while ensuring appropriate meal options for the correctional facility’s population. The structured format includes sections for item specifics, units to order, unit types requested, along with provisions for potential quantity adjustments, underscoring the intended flexibility in the procurement process while adhering to dietary restrictions.
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