FCC HAZELTON FY26 Q4 CERTIFIED FOODS

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Request for Quote - RFQ) for "CERTIFIED FOODS BRQ" for the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FCC Hazelton). The government is procuring various certified food items.

• The primary deliverable is "VARIOUS CERTIFIED FOOD ITEMS, SEE ATTACHED LIST OF ITEMS AND DESCRIPTIONS."

• Specific delivery requirement: July 1, 2026, to July 17, 2026.

• Deliveries will be received Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 2 PM, excluding Federal Holidays.

• All items must be delivered in exact quantities.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 - July 17, 2026.

• Quotes must be emailed to HAX-BUSINESSOFFICE-S@BOP.GOV (backup email: cehalll@bop.gov).

• Quotes faxed or mailed will NOT be considered.

• Past performance and price will be considered when determining the most advantageous offer.

• Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the receipt date.

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

• NAICS Code: 311999 (All Other Food Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 700 Employees.

• Contact for scheduling deliveries: 304-379-5177 or 304-379-5060.

• Changes to line items, descriptions, or quantities will not be considered and could lead to bid disqualification.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists specific food items, primarily kosher and halal certified meals, with detailed descriptions, quantities, and packaging information. It appears to be a component of a solicitation or contract for food supplies.

• Item Descriptions: Detailed breakdown of various food items including kosher fruit flavored drink, coffee, dressing, farina, jelly, mustard, oatmeal, peanut butter, sardines, tartar sauce, tuna, vegetable juice, mayonnaise, halal meat meals (beans and franks, cheese omelet, chicken cacciatore, chicken chow mein, chicken wing, fish fillet, Hawaiian meatballs, meatloaf, turkey cutlet, spaghetti and meatballs, pasta with vegetable protein), and kosher dairy meals (cheese omelet, vegetable protein lasagna).
• Specifications: Includes details on ingredients, certifications (e.g., Certified Kosher Parve, Halal), CID numbers, types, styles, and packaging (e.g., individual packets, cases, pouches).
• Quantities: Unit of measure (CS, EA) and order quantity for each item.
• Religious Diet Compliance: Explicitly states that failure to comply with Religious Diet Specifications will result in the item not being considered for award, and no substitutions will be accepted.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it outlines the exact products, specifications, and quantities required. Bidders must ensure their offerings meet all listed requirements, particularly the religious certifications and detailed ingredient specifications, to be considered for award.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the specific delivery requirements for goods, likely food items, to a warehouse facility.

• Palletization: All deliveries must be palletized unless prior arrangements are made.
• Temperature Control:
  • Non-frozen, perishable foods: 34°F to 40°F.
  • Canned goods: Above 34°F and not frozen.
  • Frozen foods: 0°F or below.
• Product Condition: Any product showing signs of prior thawing will be refused.
• Specialty Items: Certified religious diet items must bear the Kosher Symbol and comply with BOP National Menu Specifications.
• Inspection: All items are subject to close inspection.
• Testing: Some items may require thawing and cooking to verify specifications.
• Conditional Receipt: Delivery may be conditional for up to three (3) days for examination and testing. Items failing to meet specifications will be refused.
• Unacceptable Items: Items conditionally received and found unacceptable must be picked up by the vendor within two days of notification.
• Disposal: Products not picked up within two weeks will be disposed of by warehouse staff.

Not specified in this document.

Compliance with BOP National Menu Specifications for religious diet items.