This is a product specification attachment for a CAL FIRE 2026 Sack Lunch Request for Offer (RFO 9RF5Z00001) in California, detailing nutritional and component requirements for five meal categories: 24-hour fire line lunches (meat and vegetarian variants), 12-hour base camp lunches (meat and vegetarian variants), and admin lunches (meat and vegetarian variants). Each lunch type specifies required food components including sandwich entrees, non-refrigerated entrees, snacks (jerky/jerky alternatives, nuts or trail mix, and dried fruit with no added sugars), fresh fruits and vegetables, beverage options (electrolyte replacement drink mixes and instant coffee packets), and supplemental foods. The 24-hour fire line lunches must meet 4,000 calories minimum with 82 grams of fat, 148 grams of protein, and 575–820 grams of carbohydrates per meal. The 12-hour base camp lunches require a 1,800-calorie minimum, while admin lunches require a 600-calorie minimum at a cost not to exceed $19.00 per unit. All proposals must include digital photographs of the meal contents and complete nutritional information for each item, with failure to provide nutrition data resulting in automatic disqualification.
Vendors must submit detailed product specifications using the provided template, converting all weights to grams and documenting expiration dates and shelf life for each component. CAL FIRE recommends that discretionary snacks and overall meals remain within or close to the USDA 50-gram daily added sugar limit. Meals must be shelf-stable and non-refrigerated where specified, with particular attention to items suitable for emergency incident conditions. The specification document includes an ounces-to-grams conversion calculator tool for vendor use and requires vendors to identify potential substitutions for meal components to provide flexibility during procurement.
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24-Hour Lunch Meat
ATTACHMENT E – PRODUCT SPECIFICITY FOR 24-HOUR MEAT LUNCH
Must attach digital photo clearly showing all items to be included. Failure to list nutrition contents will result in disqualification of the proposal.
If any item is 2 servings, list a (2) in the "Food Item" field.
To convert ounces to grams, multiply number of oz by 28.35 or use tool below to calculate for each item.
Meal Type:
FIRE LINE LUNCH SPECIFICATIONS:
Category:
Sandwich Entree – One (1) Serving
List the type(s) of meat/meat alternatives (6oz) of one or combination; cheese (2oz); bread, roll, or wrap.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Non-Refrigerated Entree – Two (2) Servings
List the Type(s) of Non-Refrigerated Entrees. If item is two servings include a (2) in "Food Items" field.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Required Snacks
Must include listed required snack items. Items may be in multiple packages that total required amount.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
Jerky - 80g (2.85oz) minimum
0
Nuts or trail mix - 57 grams (2oz) minimum
0
Dried or preserved fruit - 57 grams (2oz). To contain no added sugars
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Discretionary Non-Refrigerated Snacks
List the Type of snack items. Limit candy, cookies, and dessert items to a single serving or one item.
CAL FIRE recommends vendors to meet or come close to the USDA 50g limit for added sugars in snack category.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Added Sugar (g)
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
0
Category:
Supplemental Food and Drink – Two (2) Servings
Must contain 1 serving of solid food, second serving can be gel, drink, or another solid food item. See attachment D appendix for examples.
If an item is two servings include a (2) in "Food Items" field.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Sodium (mg/L) or (mg)
Potential Substitutions
Expiration Date/ Shelf Life
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
Total grams
0
0
0
0
0
Category:
Fresh Fruit and Vegetables – Two (2) Pieces or Servings of Each
One Cup Per Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
Total grams
0
0
0
0
Category:
Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) – Three (3) Servings
To Be Mixed in 16-20 oz. Water Bottle – Decaffeinated Only
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Single Serving Instant Coffee Packet – One (1) Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Total grams: 0 0 0 0
Macro Totals per Sack Lunch/ Meal
Calories 4000 Minimum
Fats (g) 82 grams Minimum
Protein (g) 148g Minimum
Carbs (g) 575-820 grams Minimum
Added Sugar (g)
0
0
0
0
0
24-Hour Lunch Veg
ATTACHMENT E – PRODUCT SPECIFICITY FOR 24-HOUR MEAT LUNCH
Must attach digital photo clearly showing all items to be included. Failure to list nutrition contents will result in disqualification of the proposal.
If any item is 2 servings, list a (2) in the "Food Item" field.
To convert ounces to grams, multiply number of oz by 28.35 or use tool below to calculate for each item.
Meal Type:
FIRE LINE LUNCH SPECIFICATIONS:
Category:
Sandwich Entree – One (1) Serving
List the type(s) of meat/meat alternatives (6oz) of one or combination; cheese (2oz); bread, roll, or wrap
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Non-Refrigerated Entree – Two (2) Servings
List the Type(s) of Non-Refrigerated Entrees. If item is two servings include a (2) in "Food Items" field.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Required Snacks
Must include listed required snack items. Items may be in multiple packages that total required amount.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
Jerky alternative- 80g (2.85oz) minimum
0
Nuts or trail mix - 57 grams (2oz) minimum
0
Dried or preserved fruit - 57 grams (2oz). To contain no added sugars
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Discretionary Non-Refrigerated Snacks
List the Type of snack items. Limit candy, cookies, and dessert items to a single serving or one item.
CAL FIRE recommends vendors to meet or come close to the USDA 50g limit for added sugars in snack category.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Added Sugar (g)
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
0
Category:
Supplemental Food and Drink – Two (2) Servings
Must contain 1 serving of solid food, second serving can be gel, drink, or another solid food item. See attcahment D appendix for examples.
If an item is two servings include a (2) in "Food Items" field.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Sodium (mg/L) or (mg)
Potential Substitutions
Expiration Date/ Shelf Life
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
Total grams
0
0
0
0
0
Category:
Fresh Fruit and Vegetables – Two (2) Pieces or Servings of Each
One Cup Per Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
Total grams
0
0
0
0
Category:
Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) – Three (3) Servings
To Be Mixed in 16-20 oz. Water Bottle – Decaffeinated Only
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Single Serving Instant Coffee Packet – One (1) Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Total grams: 0 0 0 0
Macro Totals per Sack Lunch/ Meal
Calories 4000 Minimum
Fats (g) 82 grams Minimum
Protein (g) 148g Minimum
Carbs (g) 575-820 grams Minimum
Added Sugar (g)
0
0
0
0
0
12-Hour Lunch Meat
ATTACHMENT E – PRODUCT SPECIFICITY FOR 12-HOUR MEAT LUNCH
CAL FIRE recommends vendors to meet or come close to the USDA 50g limit for added sugars in snack category.
Must attach digital photo clearly showing all items to be included. Failure to list nutrition contents will result in disqualification of the proposal.
If any item is 2 servings, list a (2) in the "Food Item" field.
To convert ounces to grams, multiply number of oz by 28.35 or use tool below to calculate for each item.
Meal Type:
BASE CAMP LUNCH SPECIFICATIONS:
Category:
Sandwich Entree – One (1) Serving
List the type(s) of meat/meat alternatives (3oz) of one or combination; cheese (2oz); bread, roll, or wrap
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Required and Optional Discretionary Snacks
May be included to meet calorie requirements. Limit candy, cookies, and dessert items to a single serving or one item.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Added Sugar (g)
Jerky - 28g (1oz) minimum
Nuts or Trail Mix - 28g (1oz) minimum
Dried/ Preserved Fruit - 28g (1oz) minimum
Total grams: 0 0 0 0 0
Category:
Fresh Fruit and Vegetables – One (1) Piece or Serving of Each
One Cup Per Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
Total grams
0
0
0
0
Category:
Electrolyte Replacement Drink Mix – Two (2) Servings
To Be Mixed in 16-20 oz. Water Bottle – Decaffeinated Only
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Single Serving Instant Coffee Packet – One (1) Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Total grams: 0 0 0 0
Macro Totals per Sack Lunch/ Meal
Calories 1800 Minimum
Fats (g)
Protein (g)
Carbs (g)
Added Sugar (g)
0
0
0
0
0
12-Hour Lunch Veg
ATTACHMENT E – PRODUCT SPECIFICITY FOR 12-HOUR VEG LUNCH
CAL FIRE recommends vendors to meet or come close to the USDA 50g limit for added sugars in snack category.
Must attach digital photo clearly showing all items to be included. Failure to list nutrition contents will result in disqualification of the proposal.
If any item is 2 servings, list a (2) in the "Food Item" field.
To convert ounces to grams, multiply number of oz by 28.35 or use tool below to calculate for each item.
Meal Type:
BASE CAMP LUNCH SPECIFICATIONS:
Category:
Sandwich Entree – One (1) Serving
List the type(s) of meat/meat alternatives (3oz) of one or combination; cheese (2oz); bread, roll, or wrap
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Subsitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Required and Optional Discretionary Snacks
May be included to meet calorie requirement. Limit candy, cookies, and dessert items to a single serving or one item.
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Subsitutions
Added Sugar (g)
Jerky alternative - 28g (1oz) minimum
Nuts or Trail Mix - 28g (1oz) minimum
Dried/ Preserved Fruit - 28g (1oz) minimum
Total grams: 0 0 0 0 0
Category:
Fresh Fruit and Vegetables – One (1) Piece or Serving of Each
One Cup Per Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Subsitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
Total grams
0
0
0
0
Category:
Electrolyte Replacement Drink Mix – Two (2) Servings
To Be Mixed in 16-20 oz. Water Bottle – Decaffeinated Only
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Subsitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Single Serving Instant Coffee Packet – One (1) Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Subsitutions
Total grams: 0 0 0 0
Macro Totals per Sack Lunch/ Meal
Calories 1800 Minimum
Fats (g)
Protein (g)
Carbs (g)
Added Sugar (g)
0
0
0
0
0
Admin Lunch Meat
ATTACHMENT E – PRODUCT SPECIFICITY FOR ADMIN MEAT SANDWICH LUNCHES
We recommend the Admin Lunch not exceed the USDA recommended daily sugar limit of 50 grams (g) per day.
Admin Lunch can be made up of any entrée components, require a 600 calorie minimum and shall not exceed a cost of $19.00.
Must attach digital photo clearly showing all items to be included. Failure to list nutrition contents will result in disqualification of the proposal.
To convert ounces to grams, multiply your oz by 28.35 or use tool below to calculate for each item.
Meal Type:
ADMIN LUNCH SPECIFICATIONS:
Category:
Sandwich Entree – One (1) Serving
List the Type(s) of food items and corresponding nutrition information, if providing a salad include dressing. To convert ounces to grams, multiply number of oz by 28.35 or use tool below
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Added Sugar (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Macro Totals per Lunch (g):
0
0
0
0
0
Category:
Electrolyte Replacement Drink Mix – One (1) Serving
To Be Mixed in 16-20 oz. Water Bottle – Decaffeinated Only
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Subsitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Single Serving Instant Coffee Packet – One (1) Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Subsitutions
Total grams: 0 0 0 0
Macro Totals per Sack Lunch/ Meal
Calories 600 Minimum
Fats (g)
Protein (g)
Carbs (g)
Added Sugar (g)
0
0
0
0
0
Admin Lunch Veg
ATTACHMENT E – PRODUCT SPECIFICITY FOR ADMIN VEG SANDWICH LUNCHES
We recommend the Admin Lunch not exceed the USDA recommended daily sugar limit of 50 grams (g) per day.
Admin Lunch can be made up of any entrée components, require a 600 calorie minimum and shall not exceed a cost of $19.00.
Must attach digital photo clearly showing all items to be included. Failure to list nutrition contents will result in disqualification of the proposal.
To convert ounces to grams, multiply your oz by 28.35 or use tool below to calculate for each item.
Meal Type:
ADMIN LUNCH SPECIFICATIONS:
Category:
Sandwich Entree or Salad Entrée – One (1) Serving
List the Type(s) of food items and corresponding nutrition information, if providing a salad include dressing. To convert ounces to grams, multiply number of oz by 28.35 or use tool below
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Added Sugar (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Substitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Macro Totals per Lunch (g):
0
0
0
0
0
Category:
Electrolyte Replacement Drink Mix – One (1) Serving
To Be Mixed in 16-20 oz. Water Bottle – Decaffeinated Only
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Subsitutions
Enter oz in yellow cell
oz to g Calculator
0
0
Total grams:
0
0
0
0
Category:
Single Serving Instant Coffee Packet – One (1) Serving
Food Items:
Calories
Fats (g)
Proteins (g)
Carbs (g)
Expiration Date/Shelf Life
Potential Subsitutions
Total grams: 0 0 0 0
Macro Totals per Sack Lunch/ Meal
Calories 600 Minimum
Fats (g)
Protein (g)
Carbs (g)
Added Sugar (g)
0
0
0
0
0
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