NATIONAL MENU SPECIFICATIONS QUOTE SHEET.pdf

NATIONAL MENU SPECIFICATIONS QUOTE SHEET

Institution: Fiscal Year: Quarter:

MDC BROOKLYN, NY 2023 3rd 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 of

Units to Price Per

Number Item Description Issue Order Unit Total

BEANS

1 Beans, Dry, Black Beans, Whole, U.S.

Grade 1 - 3. 50 lb bags

LB 12500

2 Beans, Dry, Black Eyed Peas, U.S. Grade 1 -

3. 50 lb bags

LB 500

3 Beans, Dry, Kidney or Red, Whole, U.S.

Grade 1 - 3. 50 lb bags

LB 2950

4 Beans, Dry, Pinto, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 - 3.

50 lb bags

LB 5000

5 Beans, Kidney or Red, Canned, In Brine, Meatless, Light or Dark Red. (CID A-A- 20134C, Type I or IV, Class C, D, E, or I, Style 1). 6/#10 cans per case

CS 20

6 Beans, Pintos, Canned, In Brine, Meatless.

(CID A-A-20134C, Type I or IV, Class B, Style 1). 6/#10 cans per case

CS 13

7 Beans, Black, Canned, In Brine, Meatless.

(CID A-A-20134C, Type I, Class K or Type IV, Class A; Style 1). 6/#10 cans per case

CS 50

8 Rice, U.S. Grade 1 or 2, Long Grain MILLED Rice, Parboiled Light LB 20000

PASTA

9 Pasta, Macaroni, Elbow Form, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular. (CID A-A-20062E, Type I, Style A, B, or C).

Enriched in accordance with the requirements as specified in 21 CFR 139.113 and 21 CFR 139.135. 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.

LB 2200

10 Pasta, Macaroni, Rotini Form, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular. (CID A-A-20062E, Type V, Style A, B, C, or D). Enriched in accordance with the requirements as specified in 21 CFR 139.115 and 21 CFR 139.135. 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.

LB 3320

11 Pasta, Penne, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular.

(CID A-A-20062E, Type XIV, Style A, B, or C). Enriched in accordance with the requirements as specified in 21 CFR

139.115 and 21 CFR 139.135. 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.

LB 920

12 Pasta, Spaghetti, Long Form, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular. (CID A-A-20062E, Type VI, Style A, B, or C).

Enriched in accordance with the requirements as specified in 21 CFR 139.115 and 21 CFR 139.135. 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.

LB 5000

13 Pasta, Enriched Egg Noodles, Ribbon Shaped Noodles or Large Bow Shaped Noodles. (CID A-A-20063C, Type I or Type II, Style B). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.

LB 1200

14 Pasta, Macaroni, Ziti Form, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular. (CID A-A-20062E, Type XIII, Style A, B, or C). Enriched in accordance with the requirements as specified in 21 CFR 139.115 and 21 CFR 139.135. 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.

LB 2520

CORN MEAL, CORN STARCH, FLOUR, NON-FAT DRY MILK

15 Cereal, Prepared, Ready to Eat, Wheat, Bran Flakes, made from Whole grains or combination of whole and refined grains. (CID A-A-20000D, Type I, Class 5, Grain Composition A). Bulk package range 20 to 40 lb case. Specify case weight on bid.

LB 65940

16 Soy Protein Products (SPP), Meat Flavor, Bits or Crumbles. Soy Protein Products (SPP) covered by this specification are food products produced by the reduction or removal from soybeans of certain of the major non-protein constituents (water, oil, carbohydrates) in a manner to achieve a protein content of:

– in the case of soy protein flour (SPF) 50% or more and less than 65%;

– in the case of soy protein concentrate (SPC) 65% or more and less than 90%;

– in the case of soy protein isolate (SPI) 90% or more.

The protein content is calculated on a dry weight basis excluding added vitamins, minerals, amino acids and food additives.

LB 400

Product comes dehydrated, in bulk packaging.

Product will not contain any animal by products or ingredients.

17 Shortening, General Purpose, (CID A-A 20100D, Type I). Shortening will consist only of partially hydrogenated deodorized vegetable oil or blends of vegetable oils.

Product shall not contain antioxidants or antifoaming agents. Smoke point meets or exceeds 425 degrees F, 50 pound block.

LB 15000

18 Oils, 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-20091D, Type II). Gallons, Half Gallons, 5 Gallon Containers, or 35 lb Containers. Note size of container and case size on bid.

CT 24

19 Margarine, Bulk, All Vegetable. 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. 30 lb cases.

CS 18

20 Dressing, Mayonnaise, Regular, Reduced Fat, Fat Free, or Light (CID A-A-20140D, Type I, Style A, B, C, or D). 4/1 Gallon plastic containers per case. Heavy Duty Mayonnaise is acceptable.

CS 112

21 Dressing, Salad, Creamy Italian, 4 - 1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case, CID A-A-20030A, Type IV.

CS 7

22 Dressing, Salad, Pourable, Reduced Fat, or Fat Free, Italian, Creamy Style. (CID A-A-20162B, Type III or IV, Class C, Creamy Style).

4/1 Gallon plastic containers per case. Note Class on bid. ITALIAN

CS 78

23 Pickle, Relish, Sweet (mild or regular), Bulk, Cured. Product will comply with the United States Standards for Grades of Pickles (55 FR 11905). Grade A or B. 4/1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case.

CS 8

24 Pimentos, Canned, as such product is defined in the Standards of Identity for Canned Pimintos (21 CFR 155.200). Pieces, Slices, Diced or Chopped. US Grade A (US Fancy) or Grade C (US Standard). State can and case size on bid.

CS 1

25 Tartar Sauce, Individual Packet, Each, Regular, Reduced Fat, Fat Free, or Light (CID A-A- 20140D, Type II, Style A, B, C, or D). 200 COUNT CASE. Specify case count on bid. Must be marked KOSHER!

EA 87000

26 Vinegar, Cider or Distilled, 50 Grain Strength, 4/1 Gallon containers per case.

CS 15

27 Sugar, White (Refined), Granulated (fine, extra fine, or super fine) (CID A-A-20135D, Type I, Style A or B). 50 LB BAGS

LB 750

28 Pastries, Breakfast Cakes, Assorted, Individual, Fresh or Frozen, Thaw and Serve. (Muffins, Bagels, Donuts, Cinnamon Rolls, etc.) Specify item, size case count, and if items contain yeast on bid. Items will not contain poppy seeds.

EA 263760

29 Taco Shells, Corn, U Shaped, Enriched. (CID A- A-20143B, Type III, Style A, Shape b, Enrichment type i). Each. State case count on bid.

EA 30000

30 Tortillas, 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.

EA 21840

31 Tortilla Chips, Corn, Round or Triangular, Enriched, Shelf Stable, Table Ready (CID A-A- 20143B, Type II, Style A, Shape a or c, Enrichment type I, Product state a, Cook state I). Bulk packaged.

LB 825

32 Tomato Catsup, as defined in the standard of identity for catsup, ketchup, catchup (21 CFR 155.194). U.S. Grade A-C. 6/#10 Cans per case. State can on bid.

CS 49

33 Tomato Catsup, as defined in the standard of identity for catsup, ketchup, catchup (21 CFR 155.194). U.S. Grade A-C. Each. Individual 9 Gram Packets. State cas count on bid.

EA 8400

34 Tomatoes, 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 or pouches per case.

State can or pouch on bid.

CS 655

35 Tomato, Paste, as defined in the standard of identity for tomato paste (21 CFR 155.191).

Natural Tomato Soluble Solids ranging from extra heavy to medium concentration (28 to 39.3%). U.S. Grade A, U.S. Fancy, U.S. Grade C, or U.S. Standard. 6/#10 cans or pouches per case. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 99

36 Tomatoes, Crushed, 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 or pouches per case.

CS 36

37 Vegetable, 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 or pouches per case.

CS 350

38 Vegetable, Beans, Wax, Canned, Cut, Sliced Lengthwise, or French Style, 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

CS 8

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 or pouches per case. State can or pouch on bid.

39 Vegetable, Beets, Canned, Whole, Slices, Quarters, 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 or pouches per case. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 177

40 Vegetable, 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 or pouches per case. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 540

41 Vegetable, 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.

CS 638

42 Vegetable, Collard Greens, Canned, Grade U.S.

No. 1. As defined in Title 7, 51.521.

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. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 85

43 Vegetable, Mixed (5-7 way blend mix including carrots, green beans, peas, corn, and lima beans), Canned, With Salt, Without Salt, No Sald Added, Low Sodium, or Other. (CID A-A- 20120E, Type II, Style A, B, C, D, or E).

Minimum drain weight of 64 oz. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or

CS 324

Canada. 6/#10 cans or pouches per case.

44 Vegetable, Peas and Carrots, Canned, Sliced, Diced, Double Diced, or Strips. Peas not less than 50% of drained product and Carrots not less than 25% of drained weight. Minimum drain weight 70 oz. U.S. Grade A, U.S. Fancy, U.S. Grade B or U.S. Extra Standard.

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. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 43

45 Vegetable, Peppers, Jalapenos, Sliced. U.S.

Grade, U.S. Fancy, U.S. No. 1, or U.S. No. 2. As defined in Title 7, 51.1282 - 1284. 6/#10 cans or pouches per case. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 13

46 Vegetable, Spinach, Cut leaf of Sliced, U.S.

Grade A, U.S. Fancy, U.S. Grade B, or U.S. Extra Standard. As defined in Food and Drug Standard of Identity 21 CFR 51.990.

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. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 153

47 Vegetable, Potatoes, (TATER TOTS).

Preformed, Precooked, Frozen, Institutional type, Round, Cross-sectional dimension 3/4 to 1" diameter. Length 1 to 1 1/2 inch, 47 - 54 units per pound. Unseasoned, seasoned with spices, or seasoned with spices and salt. (CID A-A-20038C, Pack Type II, Style A, Cross Sectional Dimension 1, Length i, Count A, Seasoning 2, 3, or 5. Cooking Method A).

Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed and packed in the United State or Canada. 30 lb cases.

LB 22890

48 Sauce, Barbeque, Plain/Regular, Honey, Or Hickory Smoke, Without fruit purees added.

(CID A-A-20335B, Flavor I, II, or III, Type B).

4/1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case.

CS 25

49 Sauce, Worcestershire. (CID A-A-20099C). 4/1 gallon plastic containers per case.

CS 13

50 Spices, Basil, Sweet, Ground or Crushed (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class C, Form 1 or 3).

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.

LB 13

51 Spices, Bay Leaves, Whole (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class D, Form 2). 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.

LB 5

52 Spices, Chili Powder, Seasoning Blen, Salt Free, (CID A-A-20001B, Type II, Class D, Blend 1 or 2). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.

LB 314

53 Spices, Cumin, Ground. (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class L, Form 1). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product.

Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.

CS 146

54 Spices, Garlic, Powder. From dehydrated garlic bulb ground to a fine powder after the milling process. 100% air dried garlic.

Appearance and Flavor 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 less than 12%. Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product.

Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.

CS 163

55 Spices, Oregano, Ground or Crushed. (CID A- A-20001B, Type I, Class U, Form 1 or 3).

Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.

CS 23

56 Spices, 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 sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.

LB 68

57 Spices, Parsley, Flakes. (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class W, Form 6). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign mannter, or flow agents. 1 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.

CS 3

58 Spices, 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 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.

LB 65

59 Spices, Pepper, Red, Ground or Crushed. (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class Z, Form 1 or 3).

Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.

LB 41

60 Spices, 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 LB BAGS. Specify package size on bid.

LB 500

61 Spices, 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 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.

LB 20

62 Soup Base, Bouillon, Beef Flavor, LS, 1 LB. 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.

LB 42

63 Soup 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. 25 LB TUB.

LB 175

64 Meats, Beef, Ground, 80% Lean, IMPS 136, delivered Frozen. Ground Beef shall consist of chopped fresh and/or frozen beef without seasoning. In addition product must be produced from current raw material, no bench trimmings, steak trim, or re-ground product to be used as raw material. Finished product shall not contain more than 20 percent fat, and shall not contain added water, phosphates, binders, or extenders. No partially defatted tissue or advanced meat recovery product. PRODUCT

MUST BE 6 MONTHS OR YOUNGER UPON

DELIVERY WITH THE DATE CLEARLY ON THE

LABEL, (NO STAMPED OR WRITTEN DATES

ALLOWED). When beef cheek meat (trimmed beef cheeks) is used in the preparation, the amount of such meat shall be limited to 25 percent; (NO ORGAN OR TONGUE MEAT) Delivered cases must be labeled All Beef, Pure Beef, or 100% Beef and with fat percentage.

Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling. Upon delivery, product must have a rosy red appearance. Product that is grey, brown or tan in color will be rejected.

Clear 1 mil or thicker sealed bags. No open bags, opaque or colored bags. Note weight of packaging and case size on bid.

LB 27000

65 Meats, Beef, Ground, Patties, IMPS 1136, 80% Lean, Frozen, Round in Shape, with Paper Separation or Individually Quick Frozen.

Ground Beef Patties shall consist of chopped fresh and/or frozen beef without seasoning.

In addition product must be produced from current raw material, no bench trimmings, steak trim, or re-ground product to be used as raw material. Finished product shall not contain more than 20 percent fat, and shall not contain added water, phosphates, binders, or extenders. No partially defatted tissue or advanced meat recovery product. PRODUCT

MUST BE 6 MONTHS OR YOUNGER UPON

DELIVERY WITH THE DATE CLEARLY ON THE

LABEL, (NO STAMPED OR WRITTEN DATES

ALLOWED). When beef cheek meat (trimmed beef cheeks) is used in the preparation, the amount of such meat shall be limited to 25

LB 11000

percent; (NO ORGAN OR TONGUE MEAT) Delivered cases must be labeled All Beef, Pure Beef, or 100% Beef and with fat percentage.

Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling. Upon delivery, product must have a rosy red appearance. Product that is grey, brown or tan in color will be rejected.

Product to be packed in 10 to 60 lb cases. 1 mil or thicker bags. No open bags. Size of patty to be determined locally and size noted on bid.

66 Meats, Beef Roast, Beef Top or Bottom Round (Gooseneck), IMPS 168, 169, 169A, 170, 170A, 171B, 180. Frozen, weight range approximately 12 to 28 lb. Quote MUST indicate actual IMPS & average roast weight of quoted item.

LB 5100

67 Meats, Beef for Stewing, Raw, IMPS 135A, diced pieces must be sized - not less than a 3/4" cube or not more than a 1 1/2" cube and no individual surface must be more than 2.5 inches in length, the fat thickness of the surface and or seam fat must not exceed 1/4 inch at any point. Product to be packed in 10 to 40 lb cases. Delivered Frozen. VEAL is not a substitute for this specifications.

LB 6610

68 Meats, Chicken, Boneless, Skinless, Raw, White Meat (Tender or Breast Meat), Frozen, A or B quality per the USDA, United States Classes, Standards and Grades for Poultry Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) 70.200 et seq. Boneless, skinless breasts must be free of cartilage and fat. Boneless breasts (excluding the attached tenderloin) must be free of tendons. Tendons normally associated with tenderloins are permitted. Tenderloins or boneless, skinless parts must be free of blood clots, bruises, cuts, tears, and holes in the muscle tissue. Slight discolorations and separation of the muscle tissue is permitted on boneless, skinless parts, provided it does not detract from the appearance of the product. 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. 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.

LB 25000

69 Meats, Chicken, Leg Quarter, Raw, Whole, Ready to Cook, Frozen, IMPS P1031 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 should be approximately 10 to 14 ounces. Chicken Leg Quarters will be no smaller than 10 ounces and no larger than 14 ounces. Each box will contain 4/10 pound bags of frozen chicken leg quarters. Packed in poly bag boxes. 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.

LB 20000

70 Meats, Chicken, Filet, 4-5 oz uniformed size, Whole Muscle, No mechanically separated chicken (comminuted), previously cooked chicken meat, or MSG may be used in product, 100% white meat, Breaded. (CID A-A-20276A, Type VI, Style A, Meat Type (b), Form 1, Shape (b). Individually Quick Frozen. Vegetable oil shall be used as the frying medium. Combined batter and breading shall not exceed 30% by weight and will be evenly coated. Finished meat product may not contain more than 3.5% non-meat binders and extenders (such as nonfat dry milk, cereal, or dried whole milk) 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. All ingredients in the product must be listed in the ingredients statement in order of predominance, from highest to lowest amounts in accordance with the USDA Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) Food Standards and Labeling Policy. Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling.

Size of patty to be determined locally and size noted on bid. Vendor must provide sample of product to ensure proper portion sizes are intact and no chicken nuggets are provided.

LB 8000

71 Meats, Fish Fillets, Raw, Breaded, Individually Quick Frozen, Unglazed, Skin-off (skinless), Practically boneless fillet. U.S. Grade A or B (per Grades of Frozen Raw Breaded Fish Portions). Acceptable types include Tilapia, Cod, Whiting, Haddock, Hake, Pollock, Flounder, Sole, Turbot, Plaice, or Halibut.

Frozen raw breaded portions are clean, wholesome, uniformly shaped, unglazed masses of cohering pieces (not ground) of fish flesh coated with breading and contain not less than 75 percent, by weight, of fish flesh.

Fish portion must meet weight requirements when thawed and drained, Must specify if block cut or not block cut on bid. Note type and size on bid. 5 to 7 oz.

LB 8700

72 Meats,Turkey, Boneless, Roast, Raw, Natural, Boned Rolled and Tied, netted, roasting pack or other appropriate packaging. Breast meat or breast/thigh meat (8-12 lb each) or whole muscle thigh meat (4-5 lb each). Skin (Maximum) 12.5%. Products produced or labeled with any phrase related to “under religious exemption” will be refused.

LB 6500

73 Meats, Frankfurters (Hot Dogs), Fully Cooked, Frozen, Beef, 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, wheat, rice, soy flour, or soy protein concentrate. (IMPS 800, Major Ingredient D or D1 OR CID A-A-20341, Meat Species II, Size A, Ratio 1, Non-meat binders and extenders

(a) or (b). 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 or isolated soy protein may be used up to 2 percent 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.

LB 1000

74 Cheese, Cheddar, U.S. Grade AA or A. Must shredded cheddar cheese. “Cheddar cheese” is cheese made by the cheddaring process or by another procedure which produces a finished cheese having the same physical and chemical properties as the cheese produced by the cheddar process and is made from cow's milk with or without the addition of coloring matter and with common salt, contains not more than 39 percent of moisture, and in the water-free substance, contains not less than 50 percent of milk fat and conforms to the provisions of §19.500, “Definitions and Standards of Identity for Cheese and Cheese Products.” Food and Drug Administration (21 CFR 19.500).

Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling. Packaging: 5 lb to 40 lb sealed Bags or containers.

LB 4000

75 Cheese, Mozzarella, Low-moisture Mozzarella, Part-skim Mozzarella, Low-moisture Part-skim Mozzarella, and Lite Mozzarella. Must be shredded mozzarella cheese. As specified in the USDA Quality Specifications for Mozzarella Cheeses. The Cheeses may be in Loaf, Sliced, Shredded, or Diced forms. Milk fat ranging from not less than 45% on dry basis to 10.8% depending on type. Moisture content ranging from more than 45% to not more than 60% depending on type. Each of the ingredients used in the food shall be declared on the label.

Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling. Packaging: 5 lb to 40 lb sealed Bags or containers.

LB 4680

76 1 ounce Fully Cooked Beef Meatballs, by the pound.

LBS 4250

77 Liquid Eggs, Eggs, Pasteurized, Liquid, Frozen, Pounds. Specify case size on bid.

LBS 12750

78 Lime Juice, Quarts QT 98

79 Vegetables, Peas, Sweet, Canned. U.S. Grade A-C. Asdefined in Food and Drug Standard of Identity 21 CFR 155.170. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed andpacked in the United States or Canada. 6/#10 cans per case.

CS 150

80 Taco Seasoning, Ground, Packaging: 1 lb sealed containers. Pure spice - no additives or extenders.

LB 30

81 Biscuits, Flour, 2 oz, Fully Cooked, Frozen. EA 11880