MCC Chicago Food Service 3rd Qtr FY22 sustenance

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 15B40123Q00000011 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 2023-02. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 424410 with a small business size standard of 250.00 employees. 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:

2023-03-20 17:00:00.0 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, 5000, LB;
LI 002: Beans, Dry, Black Eyed Peas, U.S. Grade 1 - 3 50 LB bag, 500, LB;
LI 003: Soy Beef Granules, Pounds 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. Product comes dehydrated, in bulk packaging. Product will not contain any animal by products or ingredients., 200, LB;
LI 004: Soy Sauce, Gallons Soy Sauce, 4-1 Gallon Case Sauce, Soy, Fermented or Non-Fermented, Reduced Sodium (CID A-A-20087D, Type I or IV), 4/1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case, 12, CS;
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: 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., 12000, EA;
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, 18, CS;
LI 010: Rice, U.S. Grade 1 or 2, Long Grain MILLED Rice, Parboiled Light 50 LB bag, 8000, 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., 1000, 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., 250, LB;
LI 013: Worcestershire Sauce, Gallons Worcestershire Sauce, 4-1 Gallon ________ _______________ _______________ Sauce, Worcestershire (CID A-A-20099C), 4/1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case., 8, GL;
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., 2000, LB;
LI 015: 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., 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., 1000, LB;
LI 017: Carrots, Canned 6-#10 # Carrots, 6-#10 Cans 63 _______________ _______________ 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 018: Corn, 6-#10 Cans Corn, 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. State can or pouch on bid., 224, CS;
LI 019: Green Bean, Canned, 6-#10 Vegetable, Beans, Green, Canned, Cut, Sliced Lengthwise, or French Style, Round Type, 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 020: Mixed Vegetable, 6#10 Vegetable, Mixed (5-way mix including carrots, green beans, peas, corn, and lima beans), Canned, With Salt, Without Salt, No Salt 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 021: Mushrooms, Canned, 6-#10 Vegetable, Mushrooms, Brown, Buttons, Sliced Whole, Random Sliced Whole, Sliced Buttons, or Steams 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, 12, CS;
LI 022: Canned Pimentos, 6-#10 Can Pimientos, Canned, as such product is defined in the Standards of Identity for Canned Pimientos (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 023: French Toast, Frozen, Regular or Low Fat, Any Flavor, Any Shape. (CID A-A-20234B, Type II, Style A or B, Class 3, Flavor A, B, C, or D, Shape 1 - 8). Each. State case count on bid., 8000, EA;
LI 024: Spinach, Canned, 6-#10 # Vegetable, Spinach, Cut leaf or 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., 56, CS;
LI 025: Margarine, Bulk, Pounds Margarine Bulk, 30 _ 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., 10, CS;
LI 026: American Cheese, Sliced, 30 Pound Case, 10, CS;
LI 027: Tofu, Firm, Pounds Tofu, Regular or Organic, Firm, Medium Firm, Extra Firm, or Super Firm, Refrigerated or Shelf Stable. Ingredients include: Water, Regular or Organic Soy Beans, Calcium Sulfate or Glucono Delta Lactone, and Calcium Chloride. Note package size on bid. Product will not contain any animal by products or ingredients, 1000, LB;
LI 028: Cheddar Cheese 40 Pound Case Shredded, 3000, LB;
LI 029: Tortilla, Corn, Each, 360 Count, Case, 17000, EA;
LI 030: Syrup, 1 oz. Ind. Each, 16000, EA;
LI 031: Baking Powder, Pounds 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., 100, LB;
LI 032: Basil, Ground, Pounds 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. ½ oz to 50 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid., 50, LB;
LI 033: Basil, Leaves, Pounds Basil, Leaves Spice, Basil, Sweet, Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product, Pure Spice - no additives or extenders. All delivered product must be labeled with ingredients. 1/2 oz. to 50 lb sealed containers., 50, LB;
LI 034: Bay Leaves, Pounds Bay Leaves by the pound Spice, 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. ½ oz to 50 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid., 50, LB;
LI 035: Brown Sugar, Bulk Brown Sugar by the pound Sugar, Brown, Light or Dark (CID A-A-20135D, Type II, Style A or B), 100, LB;
LI 036: Catsup, Case, 6-#10 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., 18, CS;
LI 037: Cereal: Assorted Non-Sweet Type, Pounds Cereal, Assorted, Non-Sweet, Ready to Eat, Corn Flakes or similar, 40000, LB;
LI 038: Chili Powder, Pounds Spice, Chili Powder, Ground, Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product, Pure Spice - no additives or extenders. All delivered product must be labeled with ingredients. 1/2 oz. to 50 lb sealed containers., 100, LB;
LI 039: Cornbread Mix, Pounds Cornbread Mix, 50 Pound Powdered Cornbread Mix, CID A-A-20181B, Type 5, Class 3, 1000, LB;
LI 040: Cumin, Ground, Pounds Cumin, Ground, Pounds- 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. ½ oz to 50 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid., 50, LB;
LI 041: Dressing, Creamy Italian, Gallons Dressing, Creamy Ital, Gallons, 4-1 Gal per Case Dressing, Salad, Creamy Italian, 4 - 1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case, CID A-A-20030A, Type IV., 28, CS;
LI 042: Mayo. Gallons, 4-1 Gal per case, 30, CS;
LI 043: All Purpose, Pounds Flour 50 Flour, General, All Purpose, Unbleached (CID A-A-20126F, Type II or VI, Style A), 200, LB;
LI 044: Garlic Powder, Pounds-Spices, Garlic, Powder. From dehydrated garlic bulb ground to a find 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. ½ oz to 50 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid., 100, LB;
LI 045: Garlic Salt, Packaging: 1/2 oz to 50 lb sealed containers, Packaging must be Labeled With Ingredients and Actual Delivered Weight of Product, Pure, From Dehydrated Garlic Bulb Ground to a Fine Powder, 100% Air Dried Garlic After the Milling Process, Appearance - 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 - No More That 12%, Grade - Free From Foreign Matter. Pure Spice - no additives or extenders., 50, LB;
LI 046: Ginger, Ground, Pounds Spices, Ginger, Ground. (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class P, Form 1). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure – no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. ½ oz to 50 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid.., 50, LB;
LI 047: Lime Juice, Quarts, 36, QT;
LI 048: Mustard, Gallons, 4-1 Gal per case Mustard, Prepared, Yellow (Salad Style). (CID A-A-20036C, Type I). 4/1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case., 5, CS;
LI 049: Pickle Relish, Gallons, 4-1 Gal per Case 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, 12, CS;
LI 050: Red Pepper, Ground, Pounds- 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. ½ oz to 50 lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid., 20, LB;
LI 051: Salad Oil, Gallons Salad Oil, Gallons, 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., 24, GL;
LI 052: Salsa Canned, 6-#10 case Salsa, Ready made, Mild Salsa, 6/#10 cans per case, CID AA- 20210D, 168, CS;
LI 053: Shortening, Pounds Shortening, Solid, 50 Pound 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., 100, LB;
LI 054: Soup Base, Beef, LS, Pounds Soup Base, Beef, Bouillon, (Soup Base), 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., 200, LB;
LI 055: Soup Base, Chicken, Bouillon, (Soup Base), 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., 100, LB;
LI 056: Soup Base, Vegetable, Low Sodium Bouillon, (Soup Base), 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., 100, LB;
LI 057: Pancakes, Frozen. Each ________ _______________ _______________ Pancake, Frozen, Regular or Low Fat, Any Flavor, Any Shape. (CID A-A-20234B, Type II, Style A or B, Class 2, Any Flavor, Shape 1 - 8). Each. State case count on bid., 17000, EA;
LI 058: Soy Chicken Patty, Each Meat Alternative, Individually Frozen, Soy, Vegetable, or Legume Based, Patty or Rectangle Shaped (CID A-A-20275A, Type I, II, or III, Style A or L.). Fully cooked, chicken flavor. Product to be Vegan alternative for chicken patty. Product will not contain any animal by products or ingredients, 2500, EA;
LI 059: Mozzarella Cheese, 40 Pound Case Shredded, 2500, LB;
LI 060: 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., 168, CS;
LI 061: 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., 36, CS;
LI 062: Tomatoes, Canned, Crushed or 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., 24, CS;
LI 063: Vegetable, Potatoes, (Ovenable 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, 17000, LB;
LI 064: Peas & Carrots, 6- #10 Cans, 24, CS;
LI 065: 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., 56, CS;
LI 066: 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., 112, CS;
LI 067: Fruit, Peaches (Clingstone or Freestone), Canned, Standards of Identity contained in 21 CFR 145.170 and 145.71. Halves, Halved, Quarters, Quartered, Slices, Sliced, Dice, or Diced, U.S. Grade A, B, or C. Packed in light sytup, lightly sweetened fruit juice and water, lightly sweetened fruit juice, slightly sweetened water, extra light syrup, slightly sweetened fruit juice and water, slightly sweetened fruit juice, or in water. 6/#10 cans per case., 112, CS;
LI 068: Fruit, Pears, Canned, Standards of Identity contained 21 CFR 145.175 or 145.176, Halves, Halved, Quarters, Quartered, Slices, Sliced, Dice, or Diced, U.S. Grade A, B, C, or U.S. Fancy. Packed in light syrup, lightly sweetened fruit juice and water, lightly sweetened fruit juice, slightly sweetened water, extra light syrup, slightly sweetened fruit juice and water, slightly sweetened fruit juice, or in water. 6/#10 cans per case., 112, CS;
LI 069: Eggs, Pasteurized, Liquid, Frozen. 30 POUND CASE, 200, CS;
LI 070: Burrito, Bean & Cheese, 80 Count Per Case, 17000, EA;
LI 071: Soy Hot Dog, Pounds, 200, LB;
LI 072: Soy Burgers, Each, 40 Count Case, 15, CS;
LI 073: BBQ Sauce, 4-1 Gallon Case, 12, CS;
LI 074: Biscuits, 2 oz. Frozen Each, CASE, 17000, EA;

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