FY26 4TH QTR FOOD KOSHER INCLUDING BREAD 15BFTD26Q00000009

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the detailed religious diet specifications for food items required for Fiscal Year 2026, 4th Quarter, for FCI Fort Dix and FCI Anywhere, USA. It serves as a critical component for bidders to understand the exact requirements for kosher meals.

• Compliance Requirement: Failure to comply with these specifications will result in the quoted item not being considered for award. No substitutions are accepted, and the NFSA/Chief Dietitian makes the final determination on product compliance.
• Itemized Specifications: Detailed descriptions of various kosher meals, including:
  • Kosher Parve (Fish Fillet Meal, Pasta with Vegetable Protein Meat Sauce Meal)
  • Kosher Meat (Beans and Franks Meal, Chicken Wing Meal, Chicken Cacciatore Meal, Chicken Chow Mein Meal, Turkey Cutlet Meal, Meatloaf Meal, Hawaiian Meatballs with Rice Meal, Spaghetti and Meatballs Meal)
  • Kosher Dairy (Vegetable Protein Lasagna Meal, Cheese Omelet Meal, Spanish Omelet Meal)
  • Kosher Luncheon Meats and Fish (Bologna, Tuna Chunk Light, Sardines)
  • Kosher Baked Goods (Cereal, Oatmeal, Farina, Bread, Pastries)
  • Kosher Beverages and Condiments (Vegetable Juice, Potato Chips, Margarine, Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise, Tartar Sauce, Catsup, Mustard, Jelly, Peanut Butter, Coffee, Fruit Flavored Drink Powder, Milk, Sugar Substitute, Preserves)
• Quantity and Unit: Specifies the unit of issue and units to order for many items.
• Certification: All individual packages must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Specific certifications (e.g., Kosher Parve, Kosher Dairy, Kosher Meat) are noted.

Bidders must carefully review each item description to ensure their proposed products meet all specified ingredients, preparation methods, weight requirements, and kosher certifications. Compliance is mandatory for consideration of award. Bidders should also note the quantities and units of issue to accurately price their bids. The document emphasizes that the NFSA/Chief Dietitian has the final say on product compliance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the acquisition of Kosher food items, including bread, for the inmate population at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Fort Dix, New Jersey. The period of performance is from July 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026.

• Procurement of Kosher food items, including bread.

• Delivery is FOB destination.

• Offerors must quote on the specified item and not alter the description or unit of issue.

• Contract type is Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 - September 30, 2026.

• Offerors must complete Standard Form 1449 (blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c).

• Quotes must be submitted in Excel format, including company name and unit price.

• A Contractor Information Sheet must also be completed and returned.

• All required documents (SF-1449, Contractor Information Sheet, Bid Sheet in Excel) must be emailed to aaponteberrios@bop.gov and CC'd to bvirgillo@bop.gov.

• Subject line for email must be "15BFTD26Q00000009" in all caps.

• Submission Deadline: May 5, 2026, by 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest responsive/responsible offeror.

• Past performance will be evaluated on a Go/No-Go basis, focusing on timeliness of deliveries and order accuracy. Offerors receiving a "No-Go" rating will not be considered for award.

• Price will be evaluated to ensure it is fair and reasonable.

• The government will use a trade-off process for evaluation.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• Offerors must be registered in the SAM System (www.sam.gov).

• Vendors must be willing to accept Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) as a form of payment.

• Any changes to the solicitation can result in rejection of the quote.

• Offerors are advised to pay close attention to delivery dates.

• Offerors must not use phrases such as "Minimum Award Amount" or "All or none."

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides "AWARD DELIVERY INFORMATION" for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) related to the Fiscal Year 2026 procurement for Institution: FCI Fort Dix.

• Delivery Schedule: Complete delivery of awarded items expected between May 1 to 15, 2026. Deliveries accepted Monday through Thursday, 7:00 am to 2:00 pm. Warehouse closed Fridays and Federal holidays.
• Warehouse Contact: 609-723-1100, ext: 1502, 1513, 6576, 6574 (Dan, George, or Guerrero).
• Delivery Requirements:
  • Deliveries must be palletized.
  • Items received out of date will not be accepted.
  • Non-frozen, perishable foods must be delivered between 34-41 degrees F.
  • Canned goods must be delivered above 34 degrees F and not frozen.
  • Frozen foods must be delivered at 0 degrees F or below.
  • Items may require thawing and cooking for inspection.
  • Products indicating prior thawing will be refused.
  • Certified religious diet items must be marked with Kosher Symbol (OU).
  • Strict compliance with BOP National Menu Specifications is required; contractors must obtain these specifications.
  • Items will be closely inspected.
  • Receipt of delivery is conditional for up to three (3) days for examination and testing.
  • Items failing to meet specifications will be refused.
  • Conditionally received items found unacceptable must be picked up by the vendor within two (2) weeks at their expense.
  • Unclaimed items will be disposed of by warehouse staff.

This document outlines critical delivery logistics, temperature requirements, inspection procedures, and compliance mandates for potential bidders responding to the RFQ. Failure to adhere to these requirements can negatively impact past performance evaluations and future award decisions. Bidders must obtain the BOP National Menu Specifications to ensure compliance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contractor's Information Sheet, identified by the number 15BFTD26Q00000009. It is designed to collect essential contact and identification details from potential contractors.

• Name of Contractor
• Name of Company
• Address
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• UEI Number

Bidders are required to complete and submit this form to provide their company's contact information and unique entity identifier (UEI). This information is crucial for the government to identify and communicate with potential offerors and for administrative purposes related to the opportunity.