15B30326Q00000014 KOSHER 4TH QTR FY26

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: 15B30326Q00000014) issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Edgefield, for the procurement of various food items, specifically "Kosher" and "Halal" meals and food products. The solicitation specifies that all meals will be based on an "all or none" bid.

The solicitation details a comprehensive list of food items required, including but not limited to:

• Kosher Margarine
• Kosher Dressing, Fat-Free
• Kosher Coffee, Instant
• Kosher Cereal, A Ready to Eat
• Kosher Farina, Instant
• Kosher Mustard, Prepared
• Kosher Oatmeal, Instant
• Kosher Sardines
• Kosher Vegetable Juice
• Halal Meat items (e.g., Beans and Franks Meal, Bologna, Cheese Omelet Meal, Chicken Wing Meal, Fish Fillet Meal, Meatloaf Meal, Spaghetti and Meatballs Meal)
• Kosher Spanish Omelet Meal
• Kosher Turkey Cutlet
• Kosher Chicken Cacciatore Meal
• Kosher Vegetable Protein Lasagna Meal
• Kosher Pasta with Vegetable Protein Meat Sauce Meal
• Kosher Fruit Flavored Drink Powder
• Certified Halal meals (Hawaiian Meatballs, Chicken Cacciatore, Chicken Chow Mein, Turkey Cutlet)

Each item has specific quantity requirements and detailed descriptions of ingredients, preparation, and packaging.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but the solicitation is dated May 5, 2026, with an offer due date of May 15, 2026.

• Offer Due Date: May 15, 2026, 13:00 ET.

• Submission Instructions: Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, and 24. The offer is due by the date and time specified.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not detailed in the provided pages.

• The acquisition is set aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) at 100.00%.

• The solicitation includes standard contract clauses related to Information Technology Security, Privacy Requirements, and Cloud Computing, which bidders should review carefully.

• Section 3 details contract clauses, including "DOJ-05 Security of Department Information and Systems (APR 2026)" and "DOJ-02 Contractor Privacy Requirements (JAN 2022)".

• Section 4 (List of Attachments) and Section 5 (Solicitation Provisions) are marked as intentionally left blank in the provided document pages.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of QUARTERLY COMMON FARE/KOSHER ITEMS for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Institution in Edgefield, South Carolina. The contract will be a firm-fixed price.

• Provision of quarterly common fare/kosher items.

• Deliveries are FOB Destination to the Federal Correctional Institution, 501 Gary Hill Road, Edgefield, South Carolina 29824.

• Deliveries scheduled on or around July 1, 2026. If a delivery falls on a holiday, it will be made on the next business day.

• Food Service reserves the right to make weekly adjustments to quantities and schedules based on institutional needs.

• Vendors must submit a religious certification letter and a USDA inspection certification letter with each bid.

• A Statement of Work (SOW) will be included in the solicitation package detailing food specifications.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.

• Anticipated Award Date: May 20, 2026.

• Effective Date: July 1, 2026.

• Solicitation availability: On or about May 5, 2026, on beta.sam.gov.

• Quotes Due: Friday, May 15, 2026, by 1:00 pm EST.

• Offers must be e-mailed to s1rhodes@bop.gov.

• Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, with past performance and price considered equally.

• The Government intends to make an all or none award on the kosher meals but reserves the right to make multiple awards on the remaining items.

• Restricted to 100% Small Business.

• Vendors must include their DUNS & UEI number in offers.

• Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database will be verified prior to award.

• All future information will be distributed solely through beta.sam.gov.

• Point of Contact: Sammie Rhodes, Contract Specialist at (803)637-1339.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation package from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Institution, Edgefield, South Carolina, is for the acquisition of kosher products for the facility. It contains information necessary for submitting a request for quote (RFQ).

• Vendors are required to meet all specifications stated for the items listed on the Request for Quotation.

• If an alternate item is provided, it may result in the award going to the next lowest bidder.

• Any changes in package sizing or quantity must be noted on the bid sheet. Failure to note changes means the offered price must be honored.

• Vendors must provide their Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number.

• Not specified in this document.

• Quotes must be received on or before Friday, May 15, 2026, by 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

• Submission is via email or hand carry to the addresses provided.

• Quotes received after the deadline will not be considered.

• The Contracting Officer will verify registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award.

• Not specified in this document.

• Vendors are cautioned that if they receive an award and cannot provide the items due to a price increase, they may be limited in receiving future RFQs.

• Questions must be submitted in writing via fax or email by the specified deadline.

• Contact information for questions and submission is provided.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Religious Diet Specifications Quote Sheet" for FCI Anywhere, USA. It outlines specific requirements for various kosher meals and food items. Bidders must comply with these specifications, as no substitutions will be accepted. The NFSA/Chief Dietitian will make the final determination on product compliance.

• The document details numerous kosher food items, including meat, poultry, fish, and vegetable-based meals, as well as bread, juice, and sugar substitutes.
• Each item is described with its weight, main components, and specific ingredient restrictions (e.g., fat content, protein requirements, sodium limits, binder/extender percentages).
• Requirements for kosher certification markings on individual packages are frequently noted.
• Unit of Issue is typically 'EA' (Each) or 'LF' (Linear Foot) for bread.
• Prices are listed as $0.0000, indicating this is a specification sheet rather than a pricing solicitation at this stage.

This document is critical for any bidder intending to supply food items that must meet kosher dietary standards for FCI Anywhere, USA. It provides the precise specifications that must be met for each item to be considered compliant and eligible for award. Failure to meet these specifications will result in disqualification.