Religious Diet Specifications-3rd Qtr 24.pdf

RELIGIOUS DIET SPECIFICATIONS QUOTE SHEET July 2023

Institution: Fiscal Year: Quarter:

FCI Bennettsville 2024 3rd Qtr

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

1 Kosher Parve - 14 ounce Fish Fillet Meal consisting of:

- 4 ounce-weight Fish Fillet cut from solid muscle fillet block 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

EA 420 $0.0000

2 Kosher 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

- The 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.

EA 420 $0.0000

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

EA 420 $0.0000

4 Kosher 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

EA 420 $0.0000

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 Bennettsville 2024 3rd Qtr

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

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.

5 Kosher 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

EA 420 $0.0000

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.

EA 420 $0.0000

7 Kosher 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

- The 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.

EA 420 $0.0000

8 Kosher Meat - 15 Ounce Hawaiian Meatballs with Rice 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

EA 420 $0.0000

FCI Bennettsville 2024 3rd Qtr

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

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.

EA 420 $0.0000

10 Kosher Parve - 16 Ounce Pasta with Vegetable Protein Meat Sauce Meal consisting of:

Vegetable Protein Meat Sauce made from:

- 0.5 ounce weight – Mushrooms,

- 6.5 ounce weight – Pre-Flavored Textured Soy Protein. Pre-flavored to mimic Beef and Italian Sausage. Product to be Vegan.

- 5 ounce-weight Cooked Elbow Pasta

- 4 ounce-weight Green Beans

EA 420 $0.0000

11 Kosher Dairy - 16 Ounce Vegetable Protein Lasagna Meal consisting of:

Vegetable Protein Meat Sauce made from:

- 0.5 ounce weight – Mushrooms,

- 6.5 ounce weight – Pre-Flavored Textured Soy Protein. Pre-flavored to mimic Beef and Italian Sausage. Product to be Vegan.

- 5 ounce-weight Cooked Ricotta Cheese Roll-up

- 4 ounce-weight Green Beans

EA 420 $0.0000

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

- 3 ounce-weight Plain Egg Omelet

- 1 ounce cheese

- 3 ounce Potatoes

EA 420 $0.0000

13 Kosher Dairy - 7 Ounce Spanish Omelet Meal consisting of:

- 3 ounce-weight Plain Egg Omelet

- 1 ounce Spanish Sauce

- 3 ounce Potatoes

EA 420 $0.0000

14 Kosher 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 kosher certification hechsher.

EA 0 $0.0000

FCI Bennettsville 2024 3rd Qtr

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

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.

15 Kosher Tuna, Chunk Light in Water, Individual. 4 - 6 ounce each package. EACH. Tuna can be a product of the U.S. or other foreign country that meets the requirements of 21CFR123.12. Product may contain soy and/or vegetable broth. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. Specify pack size on bid

CS 60 $0.0000

16 Kosher Sardines in Soybean Oil, Individual. 3 to 6 ounce each package. EACH. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. Specify pack size on bid.

EA 0 $0.0000

17 Kosher Cereal, Any Type, Any Style, and any grain composition. (CID A-A-20000E, Any Type, Any Class, Any Grain Composition). .81 oz to 2 oz individual package. EACH. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Specify pack size on bid. Sweet

EA 13000 $0.0000

18 Kosher Oatmeal, Instant, Plain, Individual Packet. EACH. 1 ounce Package. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 0 $0.0000

19 Kosher Farina, Instant, Plain, Individual Packet. EACH. 1 ounce Package. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 0 $0.0000

20 Kosher Bread, Whole Wheat, 1 pound Loaf - 1.5 pound Loaf. Certified Kosher Parve, First ingredient on label must be Whole Wheat Flour, See Delivery Schedule. Specify Loaf size on bid.

LF 0 $0.0000

21 Kosher Bread, Whole Wheat, Individually Wrapped. EACH. Certified Kosher Parve. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. First ingredient on label must be Whole Wheat Flour.

EA 0 $0.0000

22 Kosher Vegetable Juice, 5 to 7 ounce Sealed Pouch or Can. EACH. Certified Kosher Parve. Can must have easy open top. Juice must be tomato based with at least five additional vegetable products in the juice. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. CAN ONLY

CS 140 $0.0000

23 Kosher Potato Chips, Individual Package. EACH. 1 Ounce Sealed Individual Package, Certified Kosher Parve, See Delivery Schedule. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 0 $0.0000

24 Kosher Margarine, ½ Ounce Sealed Individual Package. EACH, Refrigerated or Shelf Stable, Certified Kosher Parve. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

FCI Bennettsville 2024 3rd Qtr

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

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.

25 Kosher Dressing, Salad, Mayo Style, Individual Packet. EACH. 9 Gram, Certified Kosher Parve, CID A- A-20140D, Type II, Style A. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 0 $0.0000

26 Kosher Dressing, Mayonnaise, Regular, Reduced Fat, Fat Free, or Light. EACH. 9 Gram Packet, Certified Kosher Parve. (CID A-A-20140D, Type I, Style A, B, C, or D). *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 0 $0.0000

27 Kosher Tartar Sauce, Individual Packet. EACH. 9 Gram Individual Packet, Certified Kosher Parve, CID A-A 20140D, Type III, Style A. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 0 $0.0000

28 Kosher Tomato Catsup, Individual Packet. EACH. 7 Gram - 9 Gram, Certified Kosher Parve, U.S.

Grade A, U.S. Standards for Grades. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Specify packet size on bid. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 0 $0.0000

29 Kosher Mustard, Prepared, Yellow (Salad Style), Individual Packet. EACH. 4.5 Gram - 9 Gram Packet, Certified Kosher Parve, CID A-A20036C, Type I. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Specify packet size on bid. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 0 $0.0000

30 Kosher Jelly, Fruit, Standardized, Variety, Apple, Apricot, Cherry, Grape, Orange, Peach, Raspberry or Strawberry. Regular or reduced sugar, U.S. Grade A or equivalent. (CID A-A-20078D), Type II, kind A ,B, F, M, R, S, Y, or AA, Style 1 or 2. Finished product quality a or b. 10 gram individual portion. EACH.

Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher.

EA 0 $0.0000

31 Kosher Peanut Butter, Regular, Stabilized, Non-fortified, Individual Packets. EACH. .5 ounce - 2 ounce Packet, Certified Kosher Parve, CID A-A20328B, Style I, Class A, Texture 1, Type A. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. Specify packet size on bid. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. 200 ct 2oz pack

EA 3000 $0.0000

32 Kosher Coffee, Instant, Individual Serving Packet, Each Packets Makes 1 - 8 Ounce Serving When Reconstituted. EACH. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. Certified Kosher.

CS 100 $0.0000

33 Kosher Fruit Flavored Drink Powder, Individual Serving Packet, Each Packets Makes 1 - 8 Ounce Serving When Reconstituted. EACH. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

Certified Kosher Parve.

CS 100 $0.0000

FCI Bennettsville 2024 3rd Qtr

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

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.

34 Kosher Instant Milk or Smart Milk, Individual Serving Packet, Each Packets Makes 1 - 8 Ounce Serving When Reconstituted. EACH. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. Certified Kosher.

EA 0 $0.0000

35 Kosher Milk Substitute/Shelf Stable Milk, Skim or Fat Free, Individual 8 Ounce Serving. EACH. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. Must be processed under Ultra High Temperatures (UHT). Product can be a plant-based dairy substitute. Certified Kosher. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher.

EA 0 $0.0000

36 Kosher Milk, Fresh, Nonfat, Skim, or Fat Free, Individual 8 Ounce Serving. 1/2 pint. Must be processed under Ultra High Temperatures (UHT). Product can be a plant-based dairy substitute.

Certified Kosher. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher.

Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 0 $0.0000

37 Kosher Sugar Substitute, Non-Carbohydrate, Saccharin, Acesulfame K, Aspartame, Sucralose, Neotame, or Rebaudioside A, Granular, Packaged in Envelopes/Packets EACH. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. Certified Kosher. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher.

EA 0 $0.0000

38 Certified Kosher Parve - Pastries, Desserts, Assorted, Individual, Fresh or Frozen, Thaw and Serve, (Cookies, Cakes, Pies, etc.). EACH. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Specify Item and size on bid. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

EA 1500 $0.0000

39 Kosher Dressing, Fat Free, 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.

EA 0 $0.0000

40 Kosher Preserves (Or Jams), Fruit, Variety, Apple, Apricot, Cherry, Grape, Peach, Raspberry or Strawberry. Regular, Reduced sugar, or Sugar free, U.S. Grade A or equivalent. (CID A-A-20079D), Type II, kind Group I: E, I, M, Q or Group II: A, B, J, Style 1, 2, or 3. Finished product quality a or b. 10 gram individual portion. EACH. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. *Each individual package must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher.

*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 Quotation RFQ:

intends to make award to your company for the following RFQ items.

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Total Dollar Amount:

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PAYMENT

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.

________ Award Acceptance

_________ Award Denial

Reason for Denial (if applicable):

Contractor Signature: Date:

RELIGIOUS DIET SPECIFICATION QUOTE SHEET

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.

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.

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.

Fiscal Year: Quarter:

Institution:

DELIVERY SCHEDULE

A complete delivery of all awarded items is expected during ________________ (normally first month of the quarter).

Deliveries will be made Monday thru Friday from _____________________.

Federal holiday deliveries will not be accepted.

NOTE: Delivery schedules must be pre-arranged with the receiving warehouse.

Warehouse Phone:

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 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.

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

Contractor Signature: Date:

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.

All items must strictly be in compliance with the BOP Religoius Diet Specifications. Food Service contractors have the responsibility of understanding these specifications. Contractors must obtain a copy of the Religious Diet Specifications prior to quoting.

AWARD DELIVERY INFORMATION - RFQ __________________

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.

Religious Certification Requirements for Meals

Kosher Items will not contain alcohol, emulsifiers, mind altering substances, enqymes and/or chemicals.

General Meal Specifications - Items 1 through 13

1 The tray for all meals will be:

a) b)

3 No substitutions may be made to the meats, vegetables, starches, sauces or preparation methods.

7 Mixed Vegetables will contain carrots, corn, peas, green beans, and lima beans with:

8 a) Not more than 40 percent by weight carrots.

b) Not more than 40 percent by weight corn (sweet, golden or yellow, whole kernel corn).

c) Not more than 40 percent by weight green peas.

9 Peas and Carrots will contain:

a) Not more than 40 percent by weight carrots.

b) Not more than 40 percent by weight green peas.

Heating directions must be provided for various wattage microwaves or oven heating including recommended method.

Mashed Potatoes will be made with commercially prepared potato flakes without peel, adding only water according to the manufacturers' preparation instructions; or fresh potatoes prepared using only water and spices with only the amount of binder which will ensure the product does separate in processing. No extenders of any type are allowed.

Tomato Sauce will be commercially prepared or crushed and/or pureed tomatoes, tomato paste and spices using only the amount of binder required to ensure the product does not separate during processing.

RELIGIOUS DIET SPECIFICATION QUOTE SHEET

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

All items offered on this bid must be certified by an accepted Orthodox Kosher certification agency from the United States or Canada, such as: OU - Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations; OK - Organized Kashrus Laboratories; Star K, KOF

K; KAJ

K'hal Adas Jeshurun; OKS

Organization of Orthodox Kashrus Supervision; OV

Vaad Hoeir of Saint Louis; CRC - Central Rabbinical Congress of the USA and Canada; CRC - Chicago Rabbinical Counsel; or Kosher Overseers of America. Quoters will include a letter of certification from the religious certification agency dated no more than 11 months from the date of the quote provided.

Made with non-metallic packaging that allows microwave and conventional oven heating and be heat sealed directly to the tray with clear plastic and wrapped with a separate sealed clear plastic wrapper which encloses the entire tray.

A three compartment tray with one large compartment and two smaller compartments. Each compartment should be large enough to accommodate required ounces of product.

All meals will contain the food products per the individual product specification including the stated volume and/or weight of item as listed.

Meals (items 1 through 13) may be quoted as frozen and/or shelf stable products. Pricing must be identifiable as either frozen or shelf stable.

Each individual meal must be marked with the certification symbol from the religious certification agency.