The Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Prisons awarded a $17,054.80 firm fixed-price purchase order to L.A. Foods, LLC, a small business manufacturer headquartered in Agoura Hills, California, for the delivery of certified halal food products to the Metropolitan Correctional Center Chicago during fiscal year 2026's second quarter. The contract, designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, was awarded on February 23, 2026, with an ultimate completion date of the same day. L.A. Foods will supply religiously certified halal-compliant meal options that meet the strict dietary and certification requirements established by the Bureau of Prisons National Menu Specifications, supporting the diverse nutritional and religious needs of the incarcerated population at this federal detention facility.
This award reflects L.A. Foods' established position as a primary supplier to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, having secured over 50 federal contract awards since 2018 across multiple correctional facilities nationwide. The company specializes in procuring and delivering specialized meal options, including certified kosher and halal entrees, along with comprehensive food products such as frozen vegetables, meats, breakfast items, baked goods, and condiments, all sourced and delivered directly as a prime contractor with no subcontractors involved. The solicitation, posted on December 3, 2025, with proposals due December 10, 2025, sought qualified small businesses to fulfill this quarterly food supply requirement for the Bureau of Prisons' correctional operations in Chicago.