MCC Chicago Food Service 2nd quarter FY22 Subsistence

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation number is 15B40122Q00000003 and is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-07. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 445110 with a small business size standard of $32.50M. This requirement is a Small Business Set-Aside and only qualified sellers may submit bids.

The solicitation pricing on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted, and, unless otherwise displayed at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com, will end on:

2021-12-29 15:00:00.0 Eastern Time. This time supersedes the Offers Due Time listed above.

FOB Destination shall be Chicago, IL 60638

The DOJ BOP FIELD OFFICES - MCC CHICAGO requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following:
LI 001: Beans, Dry, Black Beans, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 - 3 50 LB bag, 4000, LB;
LI 002: Beans, Dry, Black Eyed Peas, U.S. Grade 1 - 3 50 LB bag, 500, LB;
LI 003: Beans, Dry, Great Northern, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 - 3 50 LB bag, 500, LB;
LI 004: Beans, Dry, Kidney or Red, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 - 3 50 LB bag, 3500, LB;
LI 005: Beans, Dry, Lentils, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 - 3 50 LB bag, 100, LB;
LI 006: Beans, Dry, Pinto, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 - 3 50 LB bag, 4000, LB;
LI 007: 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, 12, CS;
LI 008: Beans, Pintos, Canned, In Brine, Meatless. (CID A-A-20134C, Type I or IV, Class B, Style 1). 6/#10 cans per case, 6, CS;
LI 009: 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, 6, CS;
LI 010: Rice, U.S. Grade 1 or 2, Long Grain MILLED Rice, Parboiled Light 50 LB bag, 10000, LB;
LI 011: 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., 2400, LB;
LI 012: Pasta, Lasasgna Noodles, Curl or Flat Form, Whole Wheat Blend, Whole Wheat, or Regular. (CID A-A-20062E, Type VIII, Class 1 of 2, 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., 200, LB;
LI 013: 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., 50, LB;
LI 014: 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., 2200, LB;
LI 015: ta, 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., 500, LB;
LI 016: 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., 400, LB;
LI 017: Corn Meal, Degermed (lower fat), Enriched, White or Yellow, Course Granulation (CID A-A-20066B, Type III, Class B, Color 1 or 2, Granulation a)., 300, LB;
LI 018: Corn Starch, Unmodified, regular, native or common, fine or coarse powder., 25, LB;
LI 019: Flour, General, All Purpose, or Whole Wheat Flour, Unbleached. (CID A-A-20126F, Type II or VI, Style A)., 2000, LB;
LI 020: Cereal, Prepared, Ready to Eat, Wheat, Bran Flakes, made from Whole grains or combination of whole and refined grains. (CID AA- 20000D, Type I, Class 5, Grain Composition A). Bulk package range 12 to 40 lb case. Specify case weight on bid., 54000, LB;
LI 021: 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., 200, LB;
LI 022: 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 AA- 20091D, Type II). Gallons, Half Gallons, 5 Gallon Containers, or 35 lb Containers. Note size of container and case size on bid., 50, GL;
LI 023: 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., 500, LB;
LI 024: 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., 50, CS;
LI 025: Dressing, Salad, Pourable, Regular, Lit, Reduced Fat, or Fat Free, Any Flavor, Creamy Style. (CID A-A-20162B, Type I, II, III, or IV, Any Class, Creamy Style). 4/1 Gallon plastic containers per case. Note Class on bid., 10, CS;
LI 026: Dressing, Salad, Regular, Reduced Fat, Fat Free, or Light. (CID A-A-20140D, Type II, Style A, B, C, or D). Salad Dressing shall comply with 21 CFR 169.150. 4/1 gallon plastic containers per case. Note Style on bid., 20, CS;
LI 027: Mustard, Prepared, Yellow (Salad Style). (CID A-A-20036C, Type I). EACH 4.5 Gram Individual Packets. Specify case count on bid., 10000, EA;
LI 028: 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., 20, CS;
LI 029: 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., 5, CS;
LI 030: Vinegar, Cider or Distilled, 50 Grain Strength, 4/1 Gallon containers per case., 20, CS;
LI 031: Sugar, White (Refined), Granulated (fine, extra fine, or super fine) (CID A-A-20135D, Type I, Style A or B)., 250, LB;
LI 032: Syrup, Table, Regular or Light, Any flavor (CID A-A-20124D, Type IV, Style 1 or 2, Flavor A, B, C, D, or E). Syrup shall be manufactured in accordance with the U.S. Standard of Identity for Table Syrup, 21 CFR 168.180. Each. Individuals are 1 oz. State case count and flavor on bid., 15000, EA;
LI 033: 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., 20000, EA;
LI 034: Tortillas, Wheat, White with spices or herbs, or Other. 7" - 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., 20000, EA;
LI 035: 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 or Pouches per case. State can or pouch on bid., 10, CS;
LI 036: 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., 150, CS;
LI 037: 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., 40, CS;
LI 038: Tomatoes, Canned, 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. State can or pouch on bid., 20, CS;
LI 039: 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. State can or pouch on bid., 224, CS;
LI 040: 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 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., 4, CS;
LI 041: Vegetable, Beets, Canned, 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., 112, CS;
LI 042: 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., 168, CS;
LI 043: 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., 168, CS;
LI 044: 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 Canada. 6/#10 cans or pouches per case. State can or pouch on bid., 112, CS;
LI 045: Vegetable, Mushrooms, Brown, Buttons, Sliced Whole, Random Sliced Whole, Sliced Buttons, or Stems and Pieces. Minimum drain weight 58 oz. U.S. Grade A, U.S. Fancy, U.S. Grade B, or U.S. Extra Standard. 6/#10 cans or pouches per case. State can or pouch on bid., 5, CS;
LI 046: 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., 30, CS;
LI 047: 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 cas. State can or pouch on bid., 168, CS;
LI 048: 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., 12000, LB;
LI 049: 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., 20, CS;
LI 050: Sauce, Worcestershire. (CID A-A-20099C). 4/1 gallon plastic containers per case., 5, CS;
LI 051: Spices, Baking Powder, Single Action, shall be manufactured from clean, white, free-flowing, highly purified, food grade materials and shall be comprised of acid-reacting materials, sodium bicarbonate, and cornstarch., 10, CS;
LI 052: 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. 1/2 oz to 50 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid., 50, LB;
LI 053: 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. Specify package size on bid. 25lbs - 50lbs, 50, LB;
LI 054: Soup Base, Bouillon, Beef Flavor, 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., 20, LB;
LI 055: 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., 20, LB;
LI 056: Soup Base, Bouillon, Vegetable Flavor, Low or Reduced Sodium, Powdered, No added monosodium glutamate. (CID A-A-20202B, Type IV, 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., 10, LB;
LI 057: Cheese, Cheddar, shredded, U.S. Grade AA or 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 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 (Bidder needs to indicate if cheese is Loaf/Block or Shredded Coarse). Packaging: 5 lb to 40 lb sealed Bags or containers., 1200, LB;
LI 058: Cheese, Mozzarella, shredded Low-moisture Mozzarella, Partskim Mozzarella, Low-moisture Part-skim Mozzarella, and Lite Mozzarella. 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 (Bidder needs to indicate if cheese is Loaf/Block or Shredded Coarse). Packaging: 5 lb to 40 lb sealed Bags or containers., 1200, LB;
LI 059: Cheese, Parmesan or Parmesan and Romano Mixed, Grated, Italian Style, 12-1 lb containers per case, 48, CS;
LI 060: 0060 Egg Patty, Pasteurized, Pre-cooked or fully cooked, Individually Quick Frozen (IQF), made with whole eggs or egg whites, fried, scrambled, or omelets. Any size. Note type, size, and case count on bid., 12000, EA;

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Delivery of awarded items will be January 7th - 31st, 2022, Monday through Friday 7:30am-12:00pm excluding federal holidays. Deliveries after January 31st may be subject to a cancellation.

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