FMC Carswell 2nd Qtr FY '26 Certified Menu

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines specific religious certification requirements and general meal specifications for items included in a bid. It details the criteria for Orthodox Kosher certification and the physical and compositional requirements for meal trays and their contents.

• Religious Certification: Requires certification from accepted Orthodox Kosher agencies (e.g., OU, OK, Star K). Certification letters must be dated no more than 11 months prior to the quote date. Kosher items must not contain alcohol, emulsifiers, mind-altering substances, or enzymes.
• Meal Tray Specifications: Trays must be non-metallic, microwave/oven-safe, heat-sealed, and enclosed in a separate plastic wrapper. They must be three-compartment trays (one large, two small).
• Meal Content: No substitutions are allowed for meats, vegetables, starches, sauces, or preparation methods. Meals can be quoted as frozen or shelf-stable, with pricing clearly indicating the state.
• Marking & Heating: Each meal must be marked with the religious certification symbol. Heating directions for microwaves and ovens must be provided.
• Vegetable Specifications: Detailed percentage breakdowns for mixed vegetables (carrots, corn, peas, green beans, lima beans) and peas and carrots are provided.
• Potato & Tomato Specifications: Guidelines for preparing mashed potatoes (using flakes or fresh potatoes with water/spices) and tomato sauce (commercially prepared or crushed/pureed tomatoes) are included, prohibiting extenders.

Bidders must ensure all offered food items meet the strict Orthodox Kosher certification requirements and provide the necessary documentation. They must also adhere to the detailed specifications for meal tray packaging, contents, marking, heating instructions, and specific vegetable/ingredient preparations. Failure to meet these requirements could disqualify a bid.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (RFQ) for the "2nd Qtr. FY '26 Certified Menu" from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FMC Carswell. It outlines the government's requirement for specific food items.

The solicitation details a "Certified Menu" for the 2nd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. Specific items include:

• Kosher Tuna, Chunk Light in Water, Individual (4-6 oz pouches)
• Kosher Sardines in Soybean Oil, Individual (3-6 oz pouches)
• Kosher Margarine, 1/2 oz Sealed Individual Package
• Kosher Dressing, Mayonnaise (Regular only, 9 gram packet)
• Kosher Peanut Butter, Regular (2-ounce packet)
• Kosher Fruit Flavored Drink Powder, Individual Serving Packet

All individual packages must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Quantities may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: January 1, 2026 - January 31, 2026

• Delivery Date Requested: Between January 1, 2026 - January 16, 2026

• Offers are due by December 1, 2025, 12:00 PM CT.

• The solicitation is set aside 100% for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).

• NAICS Code: 311999

• Size Standard: 700

• This acquisition is 100% set aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).

• The document includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions related to contract terms, conditions, and requirements, including those related to privacy, security, and payment.