15B20826Q00000003 RFQ PACKAGE CERTIFIED FOODS LOR Q2FY26.pdf

U.S. Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons

Field Acquisition Office On Behalf Of

Federal Correctional Institution, Loretto

November 20, 2025

RE: FCI Loretto – 2nd Quarter Certified Foods Kosher/Halal, FY Federal Correctional Institution, Loretto, Pennsylvania

All Interested Parties:

Accompanying this letter is a Request for Quote (RFQ) 15B20826Q00000003 prepared for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Loretto, Pennsylvania, for the acquisition of Q2 FY26 Quarterly Certified Foods Kosher/Halal Subsistence. The solicitation package contains all necessary information for preparing and submitting your quote for evaluation.

When preparing your quote, please review all provided documents carefully and follow the instructions regarding content, format, and submission requirements.

Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose submission conforms to the solicitation and is determined to provide the best value to the Government, considering the evaluation factors below:

1. Price – The Government will evaluate proposed prices to ensure they are fair and reasonable.

2. Past Performance – Go/No-Go Evaluation. The Government will evaluate the Quoter’s past performance on a Go/No-Go basis.

Only Quoters receiving a "Go" rating under this factor will be considered eligible for award. The assessment will be based on the following criteria:

• Timeliness of Deliveries: The Quoter must demonstrate a consistent record of on-time deliveries. Documented instances of late deliveries, including Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) evaluations and communications with other Contracting Officers, will be reviewed. A history of substantial delivery delays will result in a "No-Go" determination.

• Order Accuracy and Completeness: The Quoter must show a track record of delivering complete and accurate orders. Evidence of recurring issues such as missing or incorrect items—supported by customer complaints, returns, or input from other Contracting Officers—will be considered. A pattern of incomplete or inaccurate deliveries will result in a "No-Go" determination.

Multiple Buys:

This solicitation will be broken into multiple Unison Buys. Each Unison Buy is expected to result in the single award or purchase card of a firm-fixed price contract(s) for various subsistence items. Each buy will be set as “All or None.”

Submission Deadline:

All quotes must be submitted via Unison Marketplace no later than December 4, 2025, at the specified closing time indicated on the Unison Buy. Late submissions will not be accepted. Quotes submitted via fax, hand delivery, handwritten documents, or mail will not be considered.

All quoters MUST submit Kosher/Halal Certifications with bid.

Delivery Requirements:

There are multiple delivery schedules associated with this solicitation. Each line item will indicate the corresponding delivery schedule number required in the description. Refer to Attachment 15B20826Q00000003 Delivery Schedules for detailed delivery instructions.

Questions should be submitted through Unison Marketplace. For additional inquiries not addressed in the solicitation package, please email k1riley@bop.gov.

Sincerely, Kaitlynn Riley Contracting Officer mailto:k1riley@bop.gov

U.S. Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons Field Acquisition Office On Behalf Of Federal Correctional Institution, Loretto

November 20, 2025

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.

Offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 15B20826Q00000003 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ), for Q2 FY26 Certified Kosher/Halal-Subsistence Requirements.

This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. The NAICS code for this requirement is 311999, with a small business size standard of 700 employees.

This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-06. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. To view all available rewritten FAR Parts and agency deviations, visit Revolutionary FAR Overhaul.

Federal Correctional Institution Loretto, Pennsylvania, is seeking to purchase various subsistence items as detailed in Attachment 15B20826Q00000003 Specifications Sheet- Certified Foods LOR.

Delivery

Refer to Attachment 15B20826Q00000003 Delivery Schedules for detailed delivery instructions. There is multiple delivery schedules associated with this solicitation. Each line item will indicate the corresponding delivery schedule number required in the description.

All line items are F.O.B. Destination

Deliveries will not be accepted on weekends or federal holidays. Items not delivered within the required time frame may be subject to cancellation, and any associated shipping or restocking fees will be the responsibility of the vendor.

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Deliveries shall be made to:

FCI Loretto

772 Saint Joseph Street Loretto, PA 15940

Provisions, Clauses, and Other Requirements

The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:

FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (SEP 2023) (DEVIATION NOV 2025), applies to this acquisition. (see 12.205(a)).

FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV

2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

This solicitation will be broken into multiple Unison Buys. Each Unison Buy is expected to result in the single award or purchase card of a firm-fixed price contract(s) for various subsistence items. Each buy will be set as “All or None.”

Awards will be made to the responsible Quoter(s) whose quote conforms to the requirements and is determined to provide the best value to the Government, considering the evaluation factors outlined below.

1. Price - The government will evaluate the Quoter’s proposed price to ensure it is fair and reasonable.

2. Past Performance – Go/No-Go Evaluation. The Government will evaluate the Quoter’s past performance on a Go/No-Go basis. Only Quoters receiving a "Go" rating under this factor will be considered eligible for award. The assessment will be based on the following criteria:

i. Timeliness of Deliveries: The Quoter must demonstrate a consistent record of on-time deliveries. Documented instances of late deliveries, including Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) evaluations and communications with other Contracting Officers, will be reviewed. A history of substantial delivery delays will result in a "No-Go" determination.

ii. Order Accuracy and Completeness: The Quoter must show a track record of delivering complete and accurate orders. Evidence of recurring issues such as missing or incorrect items—supported by customer complaints, returns, or input from other Contracting Officers—will be considered. A pattern of incomplete or inaccurate deliveries will result in a "No-Go" determination.

https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_212_1 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_212_2

52.204-7 System for Award Management—Registration (NOV 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

52.203-11 Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (SEP 2024)

52.203-18 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements—Representation (JAN 2017)

52.225-2 Buy American Certificate (OCT 2022) 52.229-11 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements—Notice and Representation (JUN

2020) 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) 52.217-10 Reverse Auction (AUG 2024)

The following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:

52.212-4, Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services

(NOV 2023) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (NOV 2023) 52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Internal Confidentiality Agreements (JAN 2017) 52.204-13 System for Award Management – Maintenance (OCT 2018) (DEVIATION NOV

2025) 52.209-6 Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded (JAN 2025) (DEVIATION

NOV 2025)

52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015)

(DEVIATION NOV 2025)

52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUN 2003) 52.222-19 Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (JAN 2025)

(DEVIATION NOV 2025)

52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Veterans (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV

2025) 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Veterans (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) 52.225-1 Buy American-Supplies (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) 52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (MAY

2024) 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System for Award Management

(OCT 2018)

52.232-36 Payment by Third Party (MAY 2014) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (MAR

2023) 52.233-3 Protest After Award (AUG 1996) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_204_7 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_203_11 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_203_18 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_225_2 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_229_11 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_252_1 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_217_10 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_212_4 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_203_17 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_203_19 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_204_13 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_209_6 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_209_10 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_219_6 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_222_3 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_222_19 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_222_35 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_222_36 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_222_37 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_222_50 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_225_1 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_226_8 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_232_33 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_232_36 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_232_40 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_233_3

52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2024) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)

52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) JAR 2852.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions, Commercial Items (NOV 2020) DOJ-08 – Continuing Contract Performance During a Pandemic Influenza or Other

National Emergency

Quote Submission

This is an open-market combined synopsis/solicitation for products as defined herein.

This solicitation will be broken into multiple Unison Buys. Each Unison Buy is expected to result in the single award or purchase card of a firm-fixed price contract(s) for various subsistence items. Each buy will be set as “All or None.” The government intends to award multiple purchase orders as a result of this combined synopsis/solicitation that will include the terms and conditions set forth herein.

Submission must be received not later than the Unison Buy# specified closing time on December 4, 2025.

Vendors shall submit quotes only to:

Unison Marketplace

No fax, hand delivered, or mail-in quotes will be accepted. All quotations must be submitted in Unison Marketplace. Please be sure to read the solicitation, cover letter, quote sheet, clauses and provisions and delivery schedule. If the answer is addressed in those documents, you will not receive a response. If you cannot locate an answer in these documents, all inquiries can be submitted via Unison Marketplace or to:

Kaitlynn Riley, Contracting Officer, Email: k1riley@bop.gov

All quoters MUST note detailed specifications for the items that they are quoting as well as package sizes and case counts in the “seller description” field for each line item(s).

All quoters MUST submit Kosher/Halal Certifications with bid.

Quotes must be good for 30 calendar days after close of the solicitation.

Additional Information required by FAR 5.101(c)

All information will be posted to the General Services Administration, SAM.Gov website:

www.sam.gov and Unison Marketplace. All future information about this acquisition, including amendments, awards and cancellations will also be distributed through this site.

Interested parties are responsible for monitoring this site to ensure they have the most up-to-date information about this solicitation.

https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_233_4 https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_252_2 https://www.acquisition.gov/jar/part-2852-solicitation-provisions-and-contract-clauses#Section_2852_212_4_T48_60116741215 https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com/ mailto:k1riley@bop.gov http://www.sam.gov/ https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com/

All responsible sources may submit a quotation, as appropriate, which will be considered by the Bureau of Prisons.

Awards with total value over the Micro Purchase Threshold of $15,000 will be awarded with a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order.

Awards with total value under the Micro Purchase Threshold of $15,000 will be awarded with a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Government Purchase Card transaction from the local food services department.

Any subsequent award will require acceptance in the form of a signature by the contractor 48 hours after the signed purchase order has been delivered to the contractor.

Subsistence is a vital part of the orderly running of the operation of a Federal Prison. In accordance with FAR 12.201-1 (b), this contracting officer has determined this acquisition appropriate to require acceptance in writing.

“System updates may lag policy updates. The System for Award Management (SAM) may continue to require entities to complete representations based on provisions that are not included in agency solicitations. Examples include:

•52.222-25, Affirmative Action Compliance, and •52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services, paragraph (d).

Contracting officers will not consider these representations when making award decisions or enforce requirements. Entities are not required to, nor are they able to, update their entity registration to remove these representations in SAM.”

https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-12#FAR_12_201_1

Institution: Fiscal Year: Quarter:

FCI Loretto, PA 2026 2nd

Unit of Units to Unit Total Number Item Description Issue Order Price Price

1 Certified Halal - 14 ounce Fish Fillet Meal consisting of:

- 4 ounce-weight Fish Fillet cut from solid muscle fillet block pollock, whiting, flounder, cod, tilapia:

or other white fish flesh fillet (not Breaded)

- 2 ounce-weight Tomato Sauce

- 4 ounce-weight White Rice

- 4 ounce-weight Mature Lima Beans

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 100

2 Certified Halal Meat - 18 Ounce Beans and Franks Meal consisting of:

- 4 ounce Beef Franks or Cocktail Franks no artificial colors,

- 8 ounce-weight Vegetarian Beans w/Tomato Sauce

- 6 ounce-weight Diced Potatoes

- finished product of the Beef Frank may not contain more than 3.5% of a non-dairy/non-meat binders and extenders or 2% isolated soy protein may be used, but must be shown in the ingredients statement on the product's label by its common name.

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 100

3 Certified Halal Meat - 16 ounce Chicken Wing Meal consisting of:

- 5 ounce-weight Bone-in Chicken Wings

- 2 ounce-weight BBQ Sauce

- 5 ounce-weight Mashed Potatoes

- 4 ounce-weight Mixed Vegetables

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 120

4 Certified Halal Meat - 20 Ounce Chicken Cacciatore Meal consisting of:

Chicken Cacciatore made from:

- 4 ounce-weight Breaded Chicken Nuggets made from chunked and formed white meat, (not from mechanically de-boned meat), Breaded (Combined breading and added ingredients may not exceed 35% including no more than 5% soy used as a stabilizer)

- 4 ounce-weight Tomato Sauce

- 4 ounce-weight Diced Tomatoes

- 1/2 ounce-weight Mushrooms

- 1/2 ounce-weight diced Onion, Garlic, spices and vegetable oil

- 3 ounce-weight Pasta Macaroni

- 4 ounce-weight Sliced or Diced Carrots

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 80

5 Certified Halal Meat - 20 Ounce Chicken Chow Mein Meal consisting of:

Chicken Chow Mein entree made from:

- 4 ounce-weight Breaded Chicken Nuggets made from chunked and formed white meat (not from mechanically de-boned meat), Breaded (Combined breading and added ingredients may not exceed 35% including no more than 5% soy used as a stabilizer)

- 6 ounce-weight Gravy thickened w/corn starch

- 1 ounce-weight Celery, Bell Pepper and Onion

- 2 ounce-weight Green Beans

- 3.5 ounce-weight White Rice

- 3.5 ounce-weight Sweet Peas and Carrots

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 100

6 Certified Halal Meat - 16 Ounce Turkey Cutlet Meal consisting of:

- 4 ounce-weight Turkey Cutlet made from chunked and formed white meat (not from mechanically de-boned meat), Breaded (Combined breading and added ingredients may not exceed 35% including no more than 5% soy used as a stabilizer)

- 2 ounce-weight Gravy

- 6 ounce-weight Mashed Potatoes

- 4 ounce-weight Mixed Vegetables

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 80

Failure to comply with the Religious Diet Specifications will result in your quoted item not being considered for award. No specification substitutions will be accepted.

7 Certified Halal Meat - 16 Ounce Meatloaf Meal consisting of:

- 4 ounce-weight Meatloaf (made with ground beef with not more than: 20% fat; 20% added ingredients)

- 2 ounce-weight Brown Gravy

- 6 ounce-weight Mashed Potatoes

- 4 ounce-weight Mixed Vegetables

- finished product of the Meatloaf may not contain more than 3.5% of a non-dairy/non-meat binders and extenders or 2% isolated soy protein may be used, but must be shown in the ingredients statement on the product's label by its common name.

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 120

8 Certified Halal Meat - 15 Ounce Hawaiian Meatballs Meal consisting of:

- 4 ounce-weight Cooked Beef Meatballs (made with ground beef with not more than: 20% fat; 20% added ingredients)

- 2 ounce-weight Sweet Hawaiian Sauce

- 5 ounce-weight Cooked White Rice

- 4 ounce-weight Green Beans

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 80

9 Certified Halal Meat - 20 Ounce Spaghetti and Meatballs Meal consisting of:

- 4 ounce-weight cooked Beef Meatballs (made with ground beef with not more than: 20% fat; 20% added ingredients ;)

- 5 ounce-weight Spaghetti Pasta

- 3 ounce-weight Tomato Sauce

- 8 ounce-weight Sweet Peas

- finished product of the Meatball may not contain more than 3.5% of a non-dairy/non-meat binders and extenders or 2% isolated soy protein may be used, but must be shown in the ingredients statement on the product's label by its common name.

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 100

10 Certified Halal - 7 Ounce Cheese Omelet Meal consisting of:

- 3 ounce-weight Plain Egg Omelet

- 1 ounce cheese

- 3 ounce Potatoes

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 100

11 Certified Halal - 7 Ounce Spanish Omelet Meal consisting of:

- 3 ounce-weight Plain Egg Omelet

- 1 ounce Spanish Sauce

- 3 ounce Potatoes

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 80

12 Certified Halal Bologna Luncheon Meat (chicken or turkey), Frozen, 4 Ounce multiple slice portion, (Shelf Stable may be 1-4 oz slice) Wrapped in Sealed Plastic. *Each individual package must be marked with the halal certification symbol.

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 80

RELIGIOUS DIET SPECIFICATIONS QUOTE SHEET July 2024

FCI Loretto, PA 2026 2nd

Unit of Units to Unit Total Number Item Description Issue Order Price Price

3 Kosher Meat - 16 ounce Chicken Wing Meal consisting of:

-5 ounce weight – Bone-in Chicken Wings

- 2 ounce weight – BBQ Sauce

- 5 ounce weight – Mashed Potato

- 4 ounce weight – Mixed Vegetables

- State case count on bid. *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 108

6 Kosher Meat - 16 Ounce Turkey Cutlet Meal consisting of:

- 4 ounce-weight Turkey Cutlet made from chunked and formed white meat (not from mechanically de-boned meat), Breaded (Combined breading and added ingredients may not exceed 35% including no more than 5% soy used as a stabilizer)

- 2 ounce-weight Gravy

- 6 ounce-weight Mashed Potatoes

- 4 ounce-weight Mixed Vegetables.

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 108

Failure to comply with the Religious Diet Specifications will result in your quoted item not being considered for award. No specification substitutions will be accepted. The NFSA/Chief Dietitian will make the final determination on product compliance.

FCI Loretto, PA 2026 2nd

Unit of Units to Unit Total Number Item Description Issue Order Price Price

Failure to comply with the Religious Diet Specifications will result in your quoted item not being considered for award. No specification substitutions will be accepted. The NFSA/Chief Dietitian will make the final determination on product compliance.

9 Kosher Meat - 20 Ounce Spaghetti and Meatballs Meal consisting of:

- 4 ounce-weight cooked Beef Meatballs (made with ground beef with not more than: 20% fat; 20% added ingredients)

- 5 ounce-weight Spaghetti Pasta

- 3 ounce-weight Tomato Sauce

- 8 ounce-weight Sweet Peas

- The finished product of the Meatball may not contain more than 3.5% of a non-dairy/non-meat binders and extenders or 2% isolated soy protein may be used, but must be shown in the ingredients statement on the product's label by its common name.

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 36

12 Kosher Dairy - 7 Ounce Cheese Omelet Meal consisting of:

- 3 ounce-weight Plain Egg Omelet

- 1 ounce cheese

- 3 ounce Potatoes

- State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 72

FCI Loretto, PA 2026 2nd

Unit of Units to Unit Total Number Item Description Issue Order Price Price

Failure to comply with the Religious Diet Specifications will result in your quoted item not being considered for award. No specification substitutions will be accepted. The NFSA/Chief Dietitian will make the final determination on product compliance.

39 Kosher Dressing, Italian, Individual Packet. EACH. 9 Gram - 28.35 Gram Packet, Certified Kosher Parve, CID A-A-20162B. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Specify Type, Class, Style, and size on bid. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. - State case count on bid *Delivery Schedule 1*

EA 10,000

FCI LORETTO DELIVERY SCHEDULE –

Requirement: Q2 FY26 Subsistence

• Schedule #1: All in one shipment to be delivered within 30 days After Receipt of Order

(ARO). Deliveries are on a first come first served basis. You can contact the Food Service Warehouse at 814-471-1433/1462 with any questions.

• Schedule #2 (Monthly Deliveries): Split total quantity into three equal shipments.

o Delivery 1: one third of the order, must be delivered between the following dates, January 2-15, 2026.

o Delivery 2: another one third of the order, must be delivered between the following dates February 2-17, 2026.

o Delivery 3: the remainder of the order, must be delivered between the following dates, March 2-16, 2026. Deliveries are on a first come first served basis. You can contact the Food Service Warehouse at 814-471-1433/1462 with any questions.

• Schedule #3 (Weekly Deliveries): Split total quantity into 13 shipments to be delivered each week, beginning January 5, 2026, and ending with the last delivery no later than, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. We reserve the right to increase or decrease quantities based on institutional needs. Quantity changes will be made no less than one week prior to delivery. You can contact the Food Service Warehouse at 814-471-1433/1462 with any questions.

Deliveries must be made between the hours of 7:00 am and 1:00 pm EST. Federal holiday deliveries will not be accepted. Delivery schedules must be pre-arranged with the receiving warehouse.

Upon Award, the Food Service Warehouse must be contacted prior to delivery for approval or adjustments in delivery schedule. Delivery schedules will be strictly enforced. Failure to deliver within the established time frame will be considered as nonconformance to the terms of the contract.

• All items will be closely inspected.

• All deliveries must be palletized.

• All non-frozen, perishable foods must be delivered between 34 degrees F and 41 degrees

F.

• All canned goods must be delivered above 34 degrees F and not frozen.

• All frozen foods must be delivered at 0 degrees F or below. Any product that indicates prior thawing will be refused.

• All certified religious diet items must be marked with the Kosher Symbol on individual packages, or the item will be refused.

• Receipt of delivery may be conditional for a period of three (3) days in order to allow for adequate examination and testing.

• Some items may require thawing and cooking to determine specifications compliance.

• Items that fail to meet specifications will be refused.

• If the product is not accepted, in accordance with FAR 52.212-4(b), “The Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price.”

• Items which are conditionally received, and found to be unacceptable, must be picked up at the vendors' expense within two (2) weeks of noncompliance notification.

• If the product is not picked up within two (2) weeks, it will be disposed of by warehouse staff.

Items must meet specifications as indicated on the solicitation and award.

All items will be closely inspected prior to acceptance.

See FAR 52.212-4(b) Inspection and Acceptance.

Contractor failure to meet delivery schedules without an excusable delay and/or failure to conform to contract specifications will negatively affect the contractor's history of past performance. Past performance information may be used by the Government to make future award decisions and/or may result in a finding that the quoter is not responsible for the award of future requirements.

https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_212_4

4. DELIVERY SCHEDULE-Subsistence