Subsistence Specs.pdf

This National Menu Specifications Quote Sheet is a detailed procurement document for subsistence food items for the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Ashland, covering Fiscal Year 2025, Quarter 4. The document provides an extensive list of food products to be procured, organized by categories including beans, rice, pasta, corn meal, cereal, potato chips, tomato products, vegetables (canned and frozen), meats (beef, chicken, pork, turkey, fish), cheese, bread, eggs, and various supporting food service items. Each line item specifies precise product requirements, including grade standards, packaging specifications, allergen considerations, and delivery expectations, with quantities ranging from 100 to 64,500 units across different product categories.

The quote sheet emphasizes strict compliance with federal regulations, including the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act, Fair Packaging and Labeling Act, and specific allergen labeling requirements. Products must meet detailed specifications such as U.S. Grade standards, specific moisture and fat content limits, packaging guidelines, and origin requirements (primarily requiring U.S. or Canadian sourcing). The document allows for weekly deliveries of certain items like bread, with a requirement that fresh bread be delivered within 48 hours of baking. The procurement is structured to provide flexibility while maintaining rigorous quality and safety standards for institutional food service.