2023- July -National Menu Specifications-Excel (2) 2nd QTR 2024 OTV.xlsx

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This document outlines national menu specifications for food items required by the Federal Correctional Institution in Otisville, New York for the second quarter of fiscal year 2024. Key details include:

  • Over 250 food items are specified, including dry goods, canned vegetables and fruits, frozen foods, meat, poultry, dairy, bread and baked goods. Specific brands are not required but national grades and standards must be met.

  • The period of performance is February 2024. Delivery of all awarded items is expected by February 1st, 2024 and will be accepted Monday through Thursday between 7:30 AM and 2:30 PM. Holiday deliveries are not permitted.

  • Pricing must be provided by the pound or case. Awards over $3,500 will be via purchase order, those under via government purchase card. Successful bidders must acknowledge acceptance of all line items and delivery terms in writing.

  • Products must meet all federal, state and local regulations. Country of origin is specified for several agricultural products. Religious diet items must be marked as kosher.

  • Deliveries must be palletized unless otherwise approved, with temperature requirements for frozen, refrigerated and canned goods. Non-compliant items may be refused or required to be picked up at the vendor's expense.

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Specifications

Institution:Fiscal Year: 2024QTR: 2nd
FCI Otisville, NY
The delivered item(s) must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local mandatory requirements and regulations relating to the preparation, packaging, labeling, storage, distribution, and sale of the supplies in the commercial marketplace. Delivered item(s) must comply with all applicable provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act, the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act, and regulations promulgated thereunder. When a known allergen is included in the item(s), the item(s) must comply with the allergen labeling requirements of the FD&C Act. Major allergens identified in the FD&C Act include: wheat, fish, milk, soy, tree nuts, eggs, peanuts, shellfish, and sesame or those in effect on the date of the solicitation, contract, or purchase order. Failure to comply with the National Menu Specifications will result in your quoted item not being considered for award. No specification substitutions will be accepted. If a specification does NOT state it must be a product of the United States or Canada, it is acceptable for it to be a "product of" a Foreign Country and distributed in the United States or Puerto Rico. When options are offered on the specifications, it is the FSA's determination as to what options are put out to bid. Not all options need be put out for bid. (i.e., cans and pouches). Items that are fried may be baked at the institutions discretion. The NFSA/Chief Dietitian will make the final determination on product compliance.
Unit ofUnits toPrice Per
NumberItem DescriptionIssueOrderUnitTotal
BEANS
1Beans, Dry, Black Beans, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 - 3LB5000
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
BEANS (Canned)
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
RICE
17
18Rice, U.S. Grade 1 or 2, Long Grain MILLED Rice, Parboiled Light (box package 25lbs/50lbs)LB20,000
19
20
PASTA
21Pasta, Macaroni, Elbow Form, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular. (CID A-A-20062F, Type I, Style A, B, or C). Enrichment type (A). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.LB2000
22
23
24
25Pasta, Spaghetti, Long Form, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular. (CID A-A-20062F, Type VI, Style A, B, or C). Enrichment type (A). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.LB2000
26
27
CORN MEAL, CORN STARCH, FLOUR, NON-FAT DRY MILK
28
29
30Flour, All Purpose wheat flour, or Bakers Wheat Flour, Unbleached or Bleached. (CID A-A-20126H, Type I (Class 1-3), II (Class 1-2) or III (Class 1-5) VI, Style A or Style B, Protein level a-d, Packaging type 1) Size g-j, Agricultural practice i ).LB1500
31Non-Fat Dry Milk, Fortified with Vitamins A and D. (CID A-A-20085D, Type II, Class A, B, or C).LB1000
CEREAL
32
33Cereal, Prepared, Ready to Eat, Corn Flakes, any style, and any grain composition. (CID A-A-20000E, Any Type, Any Class, Any Grain Composition). Bulk package range 12 to 40 lb case. Specify case weight, type, Class, and Grain Composition of cereal on bid. Type of cereal may be specified locally.LB5000
34Cereal, Prepared, Ready to Eat, Wheat, Bran Flakes, made from Whole grains or combination of whole and refined grains. (CID A-A-20000E, Type I, Class 5, Grain Composition A or b, Fiber 2), Sodium (a), Packaging type (vii), Agricultural practice (aa)). .81 oz to 1.5 oz Individual Package. Specify case count on bid.EA10000
35Cereal, Prepared, Ready to Eat, Any type, any style, and any grain composition. (CID A-A-20000E, Any Type, Any Class, Any Grain Composition). .81 oz to 1.5 oz individual package. Specify case count, type, Class, and Grain Composition of cereal on bid. Type of cereal may be specified locally.EA10000
36
37Cereal, Rolled Oats, Quick cooking, Unflavored, Any Style, Any container size (CID A-A-20090F, Type II, Flavor A, Style 1 - 3, Container size n)LB2000
POTATO CHIPS
38Chips, Potato, 1 oz sealed individual package, various flavors. Note case count and flavors in bid. Kosher.EA50
39
PEANUT BUTTER
40
41
SOY AND NO FLESH PRODUCTS
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
SHORTENING AND OIL
49
50
51Oils, Salad, Vegetable, Canola (rapeseed), Corn, Cottonseed, Olive (refined), Peanut, Safflower, Soybean, Sesame, Sunflower, or any other vegetable oils or combinations of these oils. (CID A-A-20091E, Type II, Style 1, Saturated fat level a, Agricultral practice (i)). (35 lb Containers. )CT25
BUTTER & MARGARINE
52BUTTER, Bulk (Made exclusively from milk or cream or both, with or without common salt, and with or without additional coloring matter, and containing not less than 80 percent by weight of milkfat). U.S. Grade AA, A, or B. As defined in 7 CFR 58.2621-2627. 1 lbs. Unit.LB1000
53
54
55Margarine, Reddies, All Vegetable. 90 patties per lb on paper chips, 12 lbs per case. Margarine shall comply with all applicable Federal regulations including those contained in the Food And Drug Standard of Identity for Margarine (21 CFR Part 166) and must conform to USDA Specifications for Vegetable Oil Margarine. Margarine shall be made from one or more of the following vegetable oils: canola, safflower, sunflower, corn, soybean, or peanut oil. (Margarine contains not less than 80% fat.)CS2600
DRESSINGS, VINEGAR, AND CONDIMENTS
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
JELLY, SUGARS, SYRUP
67
68
69Sugar, Brown, Light or Dark (CID A-A-20135E, Type II, Style A or B)LB600
70
71Sugar, White (Refined), Granulated (fine, extra fine, or superfine) (CID A-A-20135E, Type I, Style A or B).LB600
72
73
74
75
PASTRIES (BREAKFAST CAKES & DESSERTS)
76
77
PIZZA, TACO SHELLS, TORTILLAS, TORTILLA CHIPS, FRENCH TOAST, PANCAKES (PREMADE ITEMS)
78
79
80Tortillas, Wheat, White with spices or herbs, or Other. 10" in diameter, Round Shelf stable, refrigerated, or frozen, Table Ready. (CID A-A-20143B, Type 1, Style B, C, or E, Size 7, 8, or 9, Shape a, Enrichment type I, Product state a, c, or d, Cook state I). Each. State case count on bid.EA4000
81
82
83
84
TOMATO PRODUCTS
85Tomato Catsup, as defined in the standard of identity for catsup, ketchup, catchup (21 CFR 155.194). U.S. Grade A-C. 6/10 Cans on BidCS25
86
87Tomatoes, Canned, Diced, as defined in the standard of identity for canned tomatoes (21 CFR 155.190). U.S. Grade A-C, Average drained weight of 54.7 to 63.5 ounces per #10 can/pouch. 6/10 Cans on BidCS150
88
89
VEGETABLES (CANS/POUCHES)
90Vegetable, Beans, Green, Canned, Cut, Sliced Lengthwise, or French Style, Round Tye, Good to reasonably good character (A or B), Minimum drain weight 59 oz. U.S. Grade A-C. As defined in Food and Drug Standard of Identity 21 CFR 155.120. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or Canada. 6/10 Cans.CS125
91
92
93Vegetable, Carrots, Canned, Sliced, Diced, Julienne, French Style, or Cut. Minimum drain weight 64 oz. U.S. Grade A, U.S. Fancy, U.S. Grade C or U.S. Standard. As defined in Food and Drug Standard of Identity 21 CFR 155.200. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or Canada. 6/10 cans.CS96
94Vegetable, Corn, Whole Kernel (Whole Grain), Canned, Conventional or Supersweet, Golden (or yellow), Grade A - C. As defined in Food and Drug Standard of Identity 21 CFR 155.130. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or Canada. 6/#10 cans or pouches per case or 6/75 oz vac-pack cans per case. State type of can or pouch on bid.CS96
95
96Vegetable, Mixed (5-7 way blend mix including carrots, potatoes, green beans, peas, corn, lima beans, and celery), Canned, With Salt, With Salt and onion flavoring, No Salt Added, Low Sodium, or Other. (CID A-A-20120F, Type I, Type II, Style A, B, C, D, or E; Container size 4). Minimum drain weight of 64 oz. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or Canada. 6/10 cans. "NO POTATOES ON THE MIX"CS48
97
98
99Vegetable, Peas, Sweet, Canned. U.S. Grade A - C. As defined in Food and Drug Standard of Identity 21 CFR 155.170. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or Canada. 6/#10 cans or pouches per case. (6/10 Cans)CS96
100
101
102
VEGETABLES (FROZEN)
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111Vegetable, Potatoes, French Fries, Frozen, Institutional type, Straight Cut, Crinkle Cut, Slices, or Strips. Strips will be 3/8 x 3/8, 1/2 x 1/4, or 3/8 x 3/4 inch and be Extra Long, Long, or Medium (at least 50% or more are 2 inches or longer. "OVENABLE". (Instructions on how to prepare in the oven) U.S. Grade A, U.S. Fancy, U.S. Grade B or U.S. Extra Standard. As defined in Title 7 62.2391-2405. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or Canada. Examples of acceptable types also includes wedges, waffle cut, and steak cut.LB5,000
112Vegetable, Potatoes, (TATER TOTS). Preformed, Precooked, Frozen, Institutional type, Round, Cross-sectional dimension 3/4 to 1" diameter. Length 1 to 1 1/4 inch, 47 - 54 units per pound. Un-seasoned, seasoned with spices, or seasoned with spices and salt. (CID A-A-20038C, Pack Type II, Style A, Cross-Sectional Dimension 1, Length i or Length ii - Other (purchaser specify {COINS}), Count A, Blanching method a or b, Seasoning 2, 3, or 5. Cooking/heating method (a) or (b)). Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed and packed in the United State or Canada. "Must be Ovenable"LB5000
113LB0$0.0000
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115
116
117
118
119
120
121
122
SAUCES
123
124
125
126
127
128
TUNA
129
SPICES
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
136
137LB0$0.0000
138LB0$0.0000
139
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141Garlic Salt, Packaging must be Labeled With Ingredients and Actual Delivered Weight of Product, Pure, From Dehydrated Garlic Bulb Ground to a Fine Powder, 100% Air Dried Garlic After the Milling Process, Appearance - Cream Brown Fine Powder With The Characteristic Odor and Flavor of Garlic. No Off Notes, Texture - A Dry Medium Fine Granular Powder, Slightly Fibrous, Moisture - No More That 12%, Grade - Free From Foreign Matter. Pure Spice - no additives or extenders. Packaging: 1/2 oz to 50 lb sealed containers Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound.LB600
142
143
144Juice, Lime, Reconstituted, (CID A-A-20144C, Type II, Style A, Package type 1 - Plastic bottle, Agricultural practice a - Conventional). 1 Quart Plastic bottlesCT196
145
146
147Spices, Paprika, Ground. (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class V, Form 1). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1 lb. Plastic containiner.LB500$500.0000
148
149
150Spices, Pepper, Black, Ground. (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class X, Form 1). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1/2 oz to 50 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. 1 lb. Plastic containiner.LB500$500.0000
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152
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154Spices, Salt, Food Grade or Table, Iodized. Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. Product may contain an Anti-Caking Agent. Bulk. 25/50 lbs sealed bag.LB1000
155
156
157Spices, Thyme, Ground. (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class GG, Form 1). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1/2 oz to 50 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.LB0$0.0000
158Vanilla Flavoring, Imitation, (non-alcoholic). Product must meet the standard of identity per 21 CFR § 169.177 (a) and (b). Note package size on bid.CT0$0.0000
SOUP BASES
159Soup Base, Bouillon, Beef Flavor, Low or Reduced Sodium, Powdered, No added monosodium glutamate. (CID A-A-20202B, Type I, Class 2 or 3, Style A, Flavor Enhancer A). Maximum moisture percent by weight is 3.5. Maximum total fat percent by weight is 15%. Maximum of 140 mg of sodium per 8 oz. of finished product, Finished product must be completely soluble in boiling water when prepared according to the label instructions, Single yield: The one (1) lb. of powdered finished product must dilute to a final volume of not less than five (5) gallons (5.67 grams makes an 8 oz. cup serving size) (Double yield -1 lb = 10> gal) (triple yield -1 lb = 15> gallon), Yield must be marked on container, All delivered product must be labeled with ingredients. Quote must include cost for finished 10 gallons of broth. Specify case weight on bid.LB300
160Soup Base, Bouillon, Chicken Flavor, Low or Reduced Sodium, Powdered, No added monosodium glutamate. (CID A-A-20202B, Type II, Class 2 or 3, Style A, Flavor Enhancer A). Maximum moisture percent by weight is 3.5. Maximum total fat percent by weight is 15%. Maximum of 140 mg of sodium per 8 oz. of finished product, Finished product must be completely soluble in boiling water when prepared according to the label instructions, Single yield: The one (1) lb. of powdered finished product must dilute to a final volume of not less than five (5) gallons (5.67 grams makes an 8 oz. cup serving size) (Double yield -1 lb = 10> gal) (triple yield -1 lb = 15> gallon), Yield must be marked on container, All delivered product must be labeled with ingredients. Quote must include cost for finished 10 gallons of broth. Specify case weight on bid.LB300
161Soup Base, Bouillon, Vegetable Flavor, Low or Reduced Sodium, Powdered, No added monosodium glutamate. (CID A-A-20202B, Type IV, Class 2 or 3, Style A, Flavor Enhancer A). Maximum moisture percent by weight is 3.5. Maximum total fat percent by weight is 15%. Maximum of 140 mg of sodium per 8 oz. of finished product, Finished product must be completely soluble in boiling water when prepared according to the label instructions, Single yield: The one (1) lb. of powdered finished product must dilute to a final volume of not less than five (5) gallons (5.67 grams makes an 8 oz. cup serving size) (Double yield -1 lb = 10> gal) (triple yield -1 lb = 15> gallon), Yield must be marked on container, All delivered product must be labeled with ingredients. Quote must include cost for finished 10 gallons of broth. Specify case weight on bid.LB250
MEATS - BEEF
162
163
164LB0$0.0000
165LB0$0.0000
166LB0$0.0000
MEATS - CHICKEN
167
168
169Meats, Chicken, Boneless, Skinless, Raw, Thigh, Meat, Frozen, A quality per the USDA, United States Classes, Standards and Grades for Poultry Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) 70.200 et seq. Boneless thighs must be free of cartilage, fat, tendons, blood clots, bruises, cuts, tears, and holes in the muscle tissue Boneless, skinless parts may be diced. The dicing process must result in size-reduced portions of meat that are intact, not mutilated, and with surfaces relatively smooth in appearance. Individual size-reduced portions of meat must be relatively uniform in size and shape, and consistent with the size reduction process. Unbreaded. Packed in poly bag boxes. Polyethylene-film Bags – Shall have a wall thickness of not less than 2 mil; and shall protect the commodity from dehydration, freezer burn, or quality deterioration during the conditions of use. All packaging and packing materials must be clean and in new condition. Products produced or labeled with any phrase “under religious exemption” will be refused.LB0$0.0000
170Meats, Chicken, Leg Quarter, Raw, Whole, Ready to Cook, Frozen, Frozen, U.S. Grade A. Broiler Leg, United States Classes, Standards and Grades for Poultry Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) 70.200 et seq, Unbreaded. "Whole Leg quarter" consists of a poultry thigh and drumstick (attached), with a portion of the back attached. Delivered amounts of Leg Quarter portions can be random sizing, with the portion size not to be smaller than 12 ounces and not to exceed 18 ounces. Packed in poly bag boxes. Polyethylene-film Bags – Shall have a wall thickness of not less than 2 mil; and shall protect the commodity from dehydration, freezer burn, or quality deterioration during the conditions of use. All packaging and packing materials must be clean and in new condition. Products produced or labeled with any phrase “under religious exemption” will be refused.LB0$0.0000
1710
1720
1730
174
175
MEATS - PORK
176LB0$0.0000
177LB0$0.0000
MEATS - TURKEY
1780$0.0000
1790$0.0000
1800$0.0000
MEATS - OTHER
181Meats, Bologna, Beef, Turkey, Chicken, or combination thereof. IMPS 801, D, P or P1. Artificial Casing, Frozen, 4” to 5” in Diameter. Finished products must be less than 30% fat, no more than 10% water, and must not contain more than 40% of a combination of fat and added water. No binder, extenders, or hearts are permitted. All ingredients in the product must be listed in the ingredients statement on the label in order of predominance, from highest to lowest amounts in accordance with the USDA FSIS Food Standards and Labeling Policy. Individually Wrapped 1 oz. or 2 oz. PortionsLB2000
182
183Meats, Frankfurters (Hot Dogs), Fully Cooked, Frozen, Turkey or Chicken (or combination thereof), 6 inch, 8:1 or 10:1 Ratio (must specify weight ratio on bid), Skinless, Without non-meat binders and extenders or With non-meat binders and extenders (such as nonfat dry milk, dried whole milk, and/or calcium-reduced dried skim milk. (IMPS 800, Major Ingredient P or P1 OR CID A-A-20341A, Type IV, Byproducts or variety meats A - None, Curing agents 2 - Cured, Non-meat binders and extenders (a) or (b), Nutrient content claim (1) or (2), Links per pound of meat ratio (iii) or (iv), Package size (gg), Agricultural practice 1). The finished product shall not contain more than 30 percent fat or no more than 10 percent added water, or a combination of 40 percent fat and added water. Non-meat binders and extenders may be used up to 3.5 percent individually or collectively with other binders and extenders in the frankfurters per 9 CFR § 424.21 (c). All ingredients in the product must be listed in the ingredients statement on the label in order of predominance, from highest to lowest amounts in accordance with the USDA Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) Standards and Labeling Policy. Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling.LB1000
184LB0
CHEESE
185LB0$0.0000
186LB0$0.0000
187
188
DAIRY
189EA$0.0000
190EA$0.0000
191CT$0.0000
192lbs
193CT0$0.0000
194EA0$0.0000
195EA0$0.0000
BREAD
196
197
198
EGGS
199
200
201Eggs, Shell, Whole, Fresh, U.S. Grade A, Medium, 30 Dozen per case ." Delivery Schedule Weekly. Emergency deliveries may be required."60
202
203Eggs, Pasteurized, Homogenized Whole, Frozen, 30 pound case. One case yields 270 large whole eggs." Delivery Schedule Weekly. Emergency deliveries may be required."150
204
205CS0
206CS0
207CS0
208CS0
209CS0
210PT0
211EA0
212LB0
213CS0
214EA0
215CS0
216CS0
217CS0
218CS0
219CS0
220
221
222
223
224
FRESH VEGETABLES
225
226
227
228
229
230
231
232
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234
235
236
237
238
239
240
241
242
243
244
245
246
247
248Cake Mix- Add water only multiple flavors, white cake, yellow cake, chocolate cake, spice cakeLb5,000
249Pancake Mix-Add water onlyLb2,500
250Biscuits premade 2 oz.ea20,000
251Tomatoes, Canned Crushedas dfined in the standar of identity for canned tomates (21 CFR 155.190) US Grade A-C Average drain weight of 54.7 to 63.5 ounces per #10 can or pouch. 6/10 can.CS150
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Contractor Award Acknowledgment

CONTRACTOR AWARD ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
*This is NOT an award document.
*Must be completed by the Contracting Officer and the Food Service Contractor prior to award.
Dear Contractor:
RE: Apparent Low Bidder concerning this Request for QuotationRFQ:
intends to make award to your company for the following RFQ items.
Please circle "accept or deny" for each line item noted below. Sign, date and submit this acknowledgement. This verifies acceptance and delivery of all line items listed below per the Food Service National Menu Specifications.
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Total Dollar Amount:$
Formal Reminders:
PAYMENT
Per RFQ _____________ the Government reserves the right to make payments using either Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or Government Purchase Card. Awards exceeding $3500 will be accomplished through issuance of a Purchase Order. All awards under $3500 will be accomplished via the Government Purchase Card.
NOTICE
Referencing FAR 42.212-4(a) - Suupplies shall be "nonconforming" if:
1. The supplies are recalled by the producer.
2. A local, state, or federal agency issues a public health alert regarding the supplies.
3. The facility or farm from which the supplies originated or were processed is found to have violated applicable local, state, or federal health and safety standards. This includes, but is not limited to, the Federal Meat Inspection Act, Poultry Products Inspection Act, or the Food Safety and Inspection Services directives and regulations.
________Award Acceptance
_________Award Denial
Reason for Denial (if applicable):
Contractor Signature:Date:

Award Delivery Information

AWARD DELIVERY INFORMATION - RFQ __________________
Fiscal Year:2024Quarter:2nd QTR
Institution:FCI Otisville
DELIVERY SCHEDULE
A complete delivery of all awarded items is expected during __02/01/2024____ (normally first month of the quarter).
Deliveries will be made Monday thru Thursday from _7:30 AM to 2:30 PM_________.
Federal holiday deliveries will not be accepted.
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.
NOTE:Delivery schedules must be pre-arranged with the receiving warehouse.
Warehouse Phone: 845-386-6884
DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS
All deliveries must be palletized unless prior arrangements were agreed to by warehouse staff.
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.
All items must strictly be in compliance with the BOP National Menu Specifications. Food Service contractors have the responsibility of understanding these specifications. Contractors must obtain a copy of the National Menu Specifications prior to quoting.
All items will be closely inspected.
Some items may require thawing and cooking to determine specifications compliance.
Receipt of delivery may be conditional for a period of three (3) days in order to allow for adequate examination and testing.
Items that fail to meet specifications will be refused.
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.
Contractor Signature:Date:

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