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This is a National Menu Specifications Quote Sheet for FMC Rochester's Fourth Quarter FY26 procurement, soliciting bids for food products and supplies to support federal meal services operations.

The solicitation includes 37 line items across meat, dairy, dry goods, canned vegetables, beverages, condiments, oils, pasta, and prepared foods. Key meat items include ground beef patties (4,000 lbs), ground beef (1,500 lbs), beef roasts (5,000 lbs), boneless skinless chicken breasts (9,000 lbs), fish fillets (3,000 lbs), and turkey roasts (4,000 lbs). Dairy products consist of bulk butter (12,960 lbs), butter patties (200,290 individual units), and various cheese types including cheddar (1,500 lbs), mozzarella (1,200 lbs), and parmesan (7,200 lbs). Additional items include dry beans, grains, enriched cereals, canned vegetables, juices, oils (750 gallons total in one-gallon containers), condiments, pasta in multiple forms (4,500 lbs elbow, 800 lbs rotini, 1,500 lbs spaghetti), peanut butter (36,000 lbs), and tortillas and tortilla chips. All products must meet strict federal specifications including USDA grades, specific packaging requirements, labeling standards, and quality appearance standards. Deliveries must occur within 30 days of order, Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 2:30 PM, with non-frozen perishables maintained at 34-40 degrees Fahrenheit and frozen items at 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Items failing to meet specifications will be rejected and must be removed at vendor expense within two weeks or face disposal. The document emphasizes that no specification substitutions will be accepted, and failure to comply with stated requirements may result in non-award.

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NATIONAL MENU SPECIFICATIONS QUOTE SHEET

FMC Rochester FY26 4th Qtr Failure to comply with the stated item specifications could result in your quoted item not being considered for award.

No specification substitutions will be accepted.

No.

Item Description

Unit to Order

Units size

Price per Unit

Total

1. 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 percent; (NO ORGAN OR TONGUE MEAT) Delivered cases must be labeled Beef, 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. Patties will be packed in boxes completely lined with plastic bags. The open end of the bag will overlap at the top to completely cover the product. Size of patty to be determined locally and size noted on bid.

4000 LB

2. 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 Beef, All Beef, Pure Beef, or 100% Beef and with fat percentage. Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be

1500 LB

Failure to comply with the stated item specifications could result in your quoted item not being considered for award.

No specification substitutions will be accepted.

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.

3. Meats, Beef Roast, Beef Top or Bottom Round (Gooseneck),or Strip Loin, Boneless. 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.

5000 LB

4. Meats, Chicken, Boneless, Skinless, Raw, White Meat (Tender or Breast Meat), Frozen, A 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. 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.

9000 LB

5. Meats, Fish Fillets, Raw, Individually Quick Frozen, Unglazed, Skin-off (skinless), Practically boneless fillet. U.S. Grade A or B. Acceptable types include Tilapia, Cod, Haddock, or Flounder.(Grade Standards are

3000 LB

Failure to comply with the stated item specifications could result in your quoted item not being considered for award.

No specification substitutions will be accepted.

separate for Cod, Flounder, and Haddock and must comply with those standards). Fillets are slices of practically boneless fish flesh of irregular size and shape, which are removed from the carcass by cuts made parallel to the backbone and sections of such fillets cut so as to facilitate packing.

100% net weight, No water or glaze weight added. Fish portion must meet weight requirements when thawed and drained, Delivered cases must be labeled 100% net weight. Manufacturer’s letters will not be accepted in lieu of labeling. Note type and size on bid. 4 to 7 oz.

6. Meats,Turkey, Boneless, Roast, Raw, Natural, All-Natural, Boned, Rolled and Tied, netted, roasting pack or other appropriate packaging. U.S. Grade A., United States Classes, Standards and Grades for Poultry Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) 70.200 et seq. Breast meat or breast/thigh meat (8-12 lb each) or whole muscle thigh meat (6 lb each). Skin (Maximum) 12.5%. Packaging shall be neat and attractive. Products produced or labeled with any phrase related to “under religious exemption” will be refused.

4000 LB

7. BUTTER, 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. State case size and pack on bid.

12960 LB

8. BUTTER, Reddies. 90 patties per lb. on paper chips, 5 grams each. (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.

State case size and pack on bid.

200290 EA

9. Cheese, Cheddar, U.S. Grade AA or A, CID-A-A-20208C, Type I - Cheddar cheese (21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) §133.113), Style A, B, D , K (shredded coarse), Shred size 1, 2, or 3, Agricultural practice (a). “Cheddar cheese” is cheese made by the cheddaring process or by another procedure which produces a finished cheese having the same physical and chemical

1500 LB

Failure to comply with the stated item specifications could result in your quoted item not being considered for award.

No specification substitutions will be accepted.

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 133.113). Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling (Bidder needs to indicate if cheese is Shredded Coarse). Packaging: 5 lb to 40 lb sealed Bags or containers.

10. Cheese, Mozzarella, Low-moisture Mozzarella, Part-skim Mozzarella, Low-moisture Part-skim Mozzarella. (CID-A-A-20248C) The mozzarella cheese must conform to the following list. Type I, II, III, or IV. Style A - Block (loaf), frozen, Style B - Shredded, individually quick frozen (IQF) or Style J - Sliced or Diced forms. Shred size 1,2, or 3. Agricultural practice a. Milk fat range between 30.0 to

45.0 to 60.0 % on a dry basis depending on type. Moisture content range between 45.0 to 60.0 % depending on type. All ingredients must be declared by their common or usual name in descending order of predominance by weight.

Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling. Type and Style to be determined locally and size noted on bid. Packaging of Primary Container: 5 lb to 40 lb sealed Bags or containers.

1200 LB

11. Beans, Dry, Black Beans, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 – 3. LB 1000

12. Beans, Dry, Pinto, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 – 3. LB 1750

13. Beverage Mix, Assorted Flavors, 5oz Packs, Each 5 oz packs is to make 5 gallons.

EA 1080

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

CS 112

15. Hominy Grits, Enriched, White or Yellow, Regular, Unflavored (CID A-A-20035E, Type I or II, Style A, Flavor 1).

LB 300

Failure to comply with the stated item specifications could result in your quoted item not being considered for award.

No specification substitutions will be accepted.

16. Cereal, Rolled Oats, Quick cooking, Unflavored, Any Style, Any container size (CID A-A-20090F, Type II, Flavor A, Style 1 - 3, Container size n)

LB 1500

17. 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 112

18. Flour, 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 ).

LB 7500

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

CS 112

20. Juice, Lemon, Reconstituted, must comply with 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) § 146.114. (CID A-A-20144C, Type I, Style A, Package type 1 - Plastic bottle, Agricultural practice a - Conventional). Note package size on bid.

QT 11

21. Juice, Lime, Reconstituted, (CID A-A-20144C, Type II, Style A, Package type 1 - Plastic bottle, Agricultural practice a - Conventional). Note package size on bid.

QT 22

22. Vegetable, 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 can per case. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 56

23. Cheese, Parmesan or Parmesan and Romano Mixed, Grated, Italian Style, 12-1 lb containers per case each - 1 lb

LB 7200

Failure to comply with the stated item specifications could result in your quoted item not being considered for award.

No specification substitutions will be accepted.

24. Pasta, 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.

LB 4500

25. Pasta, Macaroni, Rotini Form, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular.

(CID A-A-20062F, Type V, Style A, B, C, or D). Enrichment type (A). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.

LB 800

26. Pasta, Spaghetti, Long Form, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular.

(CID A-A-20062F, Type VI, Style A, B, or C). Enrichment type (A). Packaging: 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags.

LB 1500

27. Peanut Butter, Regular or Reduced Fat, Smooth or Chunky/crunchy, Plain, Stabilized, Non-fortified, Salted or Unsalted, Conventional. (CID A-A-20328C, Style I, Form (a) or (b), Class A or B, Texture 1 or 3, Type a, Flavor (1), Fortification 1 i, Seasoning (a) or (b), Packaging 5 - size g, Agricultural practices (1)). 1 to 50 lb sealed Plastic Pail. Specify weight of container on bid.

LB 36000

28. Vegetable, 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. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 112

29. Pickle, Relish, Sweet (mild or regular), Bulk, Cured. Product will comply with the United States Standards for Grades of Pickles (84 FR16381). Grade A or B. 4/1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case. Units to order are by the GALLON

GL 120

30. Rice, U.S. Grade No. 1 or 2, Long Grain MILLED Rice, Parboiled Light LB 7500

31. 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-20091E, Type II, Style 1, Saturated fat level a, Agricultural practice (i)). Gallons Note size of container and case size on bid.

ONE GALLON CONTAINERS REQUESTED. TOTAL OF 750 GALLONS

GL 750

32. Sauce, Soy, Fermented or Non-Fermented, Reduced Sodium (CID A-A-20087D, Type I or IV), 4/1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case

CS 52

Failure to comply with the stated item specifications could result in your quoted item not being considered for award.

No specification substitutions will be accepted.

33. Vegetable, Spinach, Cut leaf or Sliced, Chopped, 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 155.200. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or Canada, 6/#10 cans per case. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 56

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. 6/#10 cans per case. State can or pouch on bid.

CS 168

35. Tortilla Chips, Corn, Round or Triangular, Enriched, Shelf Stable, Table Ready (CID A-A-20143B, Type II, Style A, Enrichment type I). Bulk packaged.

LB 600

36. Tortillas, Wheat, White with spices or herbs, or Other, 10” in diameter, Round, Shelf stable, refrigerated, or frozen, Table Ready (CID AA- 20143B, Type 1, Style B, C, or E, Size 9, Shape a, Enrichment type i, Product state a, c, or d, Cook state I). Each. State case count on bid.

EA 7500

37. Tortillas, Corn, 5” to 7” in diameter, Round, Shelf stable, refrigerated, or frozen, Table Ready. (CID A-A-20143B, Type I, Style A, Size 4, 5, or 6, Shape a, Enrichment type i, Product state a, c, or d, Cook state I). Each. State case count on bid.

EA 10800

Delivery Schedule: All items are to be delivered within 30 days of the order, unless other arrangements have been made. Deliveries are accepted Monday – Friday (excluding federal holidays) between 8:00AM to 2:30 PM. Vendors who fail to meet the delivery schedule are subject to be removed from future bidders’ lists.

Delivery Requirements: Items must meet the above specifications. All deliveries must be palletized unless prior arrangements have been made. All non-frozen, perishable foods must be delivered between 34 degrees F to 40 degrees F. All frozen foods must be delivered at 0 degrees F or below. All bulk items must be packaged in a 50lb or less containers. Any product that indicates prior thawing will be refused. Receipt of delivery may be conditional for a period of three days to allow for adequate examination and testing. Items that fail to meet specifications will be refused and must be picked up at the vendor’s expense within two weeks of notification of noncompliance. If a product is not picked up in two weeks it will be properly disposed.

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