SAM #15B20526Q00000024

FMC Devens Solicitation for Kosher, Halal, and General Food Products (FY26 Q4)

The Federal Bureau of Prisons at FMC Devens is seeking bids for a comprehensive range of kosher and halal certified food products, meats, dairy, vegetables, fruits, and other subsistence items for the 4th quarter of FY 2026. - Government Buyer: - Federal Bureau of Prisons, FMC Devens - Products/Services Requested: - Kosher and halal certified meals and individual food items - Kosher beverages, cereals, condiments, and ready-to-eat meals (e.g., Chicken Cacciatore, Meatloaf, Spaghetti & Meatballs) - Halal meals including Chicken Chow Mein, Fish Fillet, Meatballs, and Cheese Omelet - Large quantities of meats: beef patties (5,000 lbs), ground beef (4,000 lbs), roast beef (8,000 lbs), chicken (over 36,000 lbs combined), pork, turkey, and fish fillets (7,000 lbs) - Dairy products: butter (bulk and individual), cheese (Parmesan, processed, etc.) - Canned and dry goods: beans, vegetables, fruits, pasta, rice, and condiments - Notable quantities: 181,440 individual butter patties, 2,580 kosher cereal packets, 1,500 lbs tofu, 1,440 flour tortillas - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All kosher and halal items must be properly certified and labeled - Specific packaging and portion sizes required (e.g., individual packets, bulk cases) - Wide variety of products to meet diverse dietary and religious needs - Delivery Location: - FMC Devens, 36 Independence Drive, Building 1677, Devens, MA 01434 - Period of Performance: - Delivery required within the 4th quarter of FY 2026 - **No specific OEMs or brand names are referenced; products must meet federal and religious certification standards.

Description

U.S. Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons Federal Medical Center (FMC) Devens 42 Patton Rd Devens, MA 01432

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation: Bread Requirement

Solicitation Number: 15B20526Q00000024 Issuance Date: May 13, 2026 Closing Date: May 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST

I. General Information

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) North American Industry Classification System (NAICS): 311999 (Miscellaneous Food) Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees Requirement: See the attached requirements worksheet for specific line items and quantities.

II. Delivery Terms

F.O.B. Destination to: FMC Devens 36 Independence Drive, Building 1677 Devens, MA 01434

Delivery Timeline: 30 calendar days after receipt of order (ARO). Acceptance: Per FAR 13.004(b), written acceptance is required. The contractor must return a signed copy of the purchase order within 48 hours of delivery.

III. Evaluation and Award

The Government intends to make multiple awards based on pricing per line item. Award will be made to the responsible quoter(s) providing the Best Value to the Government based on the following factors:

Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness. Past Performance: Evaluation includes prior experience and similar performance history. The Contracting Officer (CO) will consider late deliveries, missing items, and frequent substitutions. Delivery: A documented history of on-time deliveries and reliability will be considered.

Purchase Method:

Above $15,000.00 (Standard MPT): Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order. Below $15,000.00: Government Purchase Card (GPC) transaction.  

IV. Provisions and Clauses

The following FAR provisions and clauses (through FAC 2026-01) apply to this acquisition:

52.212-1: Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.212-2: Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.212-3: Offeror Representations and Certifications (May 2024) (Deviation Feb 2025). 52.212-4: Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.212-5: Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders (Jan 2025) (Deviation Feb 2025). Specific applicable clauses include: 52.203-17, 52.204-10, 52.204-27, 52.209-6, 52.219-6 (Total Small Business Set-Aside), 52.219-28, 52.222-3, 52.222-36, 52.222-50, 52.225-1, 52.226-8, 52.232-33, 52.232-36, 52.226-6.

Additional Local Clauses:

52.204-7, 52.204-13, 52.204-16, and 2852.212-4 (Department of Justice Deviation).

V. Submission Instructions

Quotes must be submitted via email only to both:

Eve Rivera-White, Contract Specialist: eriverawhite@bop.gov Eli Berry, Financial Specialist: e1berry@bop.gov

Requirements:

Quotes must be valid for 30 calendar days after the closing date. Quoters must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). All vendors must be active in SAM.gov at the time of quote, award, and through final payment. Questions: Must be submitted via email only; no phone calls will be accepted.

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