Description
The Federal Bureau of Prisons is seeking a contractor to provide Kosher/Halal subsistence requirements for the 4th quarter. The contract will be for a period of 92 days, from July 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026. The contractor will be required to deliver various food items, including Kosher Parve fish fillet meals, Kosher meat chicken wing meals, Kosher meatloaf meals, Kosher bread, whole wheat, individually wrapped, Kosher whole milk, fresh, individual 8 fluid ounces serving, Kosher oatmeal, instant, plain, individual packet, Kosher farina, instant, plain, individual packet, and Kosher coffee, instant, individual serving packet. The deliveries will be made on a weekly basis, with orders/deliveries anticipated twice a week on Monday and Wednesday.
Some key points to consider:
• The contract will be awarded to the responsible quoter whose quote conforms to the requirements and is determined to provide the best value to the Government.
• The quoter must demonstrate a consistent record of on-time deliveries and show a track record of delivering complete and accurate orders.
• The quoter must be a small business concern, with a small business size standard of 700 employees.
• The quoter must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to food safety and handling.
• The quoter must provide certified Kosher products, with each individual package marked with the kosher certification hechsher.
Some benefits of this contract include:
• The opportunity to provide essential food services to the Federal Bureau of Prisons
• The potential for a long-term contract, with the possibility of renewal
• The chance to work with a reputable government agency
However, there are also some challenges to consider:
• The need to comply with strict food safety and handling regulations
• The requirement to provide certified Kosher products
• The need to demonstrate a consistent record of on-time deliveries and accurate orders