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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 1143539 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 2023-04. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 311999 with a small business size standard of 700.00 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:

2023-06-30 14:30:00.0 Eastern Time. This time supersedes the Offers Due Time listed above.

FOB Destination shall be SAFFORD, AZ 85546

The DOJ BOP Field Offices- FCI SAFFORD requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following:
LI 001: Beans, Dry, Black Beans, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 3, State Brand on bid., 100, LB;
LI 002: Beans, Dry, Pinto, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 3, 50lb bag, 1000, LB;
LI 003: Beans, Pintos, Canned, In Brine, Meatless. (CID A-A-20134D, Type I, Class B, Style 1), Nutrient content claim d, Agricultural practice (1). 6/#10 cans per case, 56, CS;
LI 004: Beans, Black, Canned, In Brine, Meatless. (CID A-A-20134D, Type I, Class K, Style 1), Nutrient content claim d, Agricultural practice (16/#10 cans per case, 56, CS;
LI 005: Rice, U.S. Grade 1 or 2, Long Grain MILLED Rice, Parboiled Light, 1500, LB;
LI 006: Pasta, Macaroni, Elbow Form, Regular. (CID A-A-20062F, Type I, Style A). Enrichment type (A). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags. State Brand on bid., 300, LB;
LI 007: Pasta, Lasagna Noodles, Curl or Flat Form, Regular. (CID A-A- 20062F, Type VIII, Class 1 of or 2, Style A). Enrichment type (A). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags. State Brand on bid., 100, LB;
LI 008: Pasta, Macaroni, Rotini Form, Regular. (CID A-A-20062F, Type V, Style A). Enrichment type (A). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags., 1500, LB;
LI 009: Pasta, Spaghetti, Long Form, Regular. (CID A-A-20062F, Type VI, Style A). Enrichment type (A). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags., 300, LB;
LI 010: Pasta, Enriched Egg Noodles, Ribbon Shaped Noodles or Large Bow Shaped Noodles. (CID A-A- 20063D, Type I or Type II, Style B, Flour 1-3, Egg products a or b, Packaging size (5)-(8), Agricultural practice (a)). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags. State Brand on bid., 1000, LB;
LI 011: Pasta, Macaroni, Ziti Form, Regular. (CID A-A-20062F, Type XIII, Style A). Enrichment type (A). 1 lb to 40 lb sealed bags., 500, LB;
LI 012: Corn Meal, Degermed (lower fat), Enriched, White or Yellow, Course Granulation (CID A-A-20066C, Type IV, Class C, Color 1 or 2, Granulation a, Agricultural practice a)., 100, LB;
LI 013: Corn Starch, Unmodified, regular, native, or common, fine, or coarse powder., 100, LB;
LI 014: 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 ). State Brand on bid., 5000, LB;
LI 015: Non-Fat Dry Milk, Fortified with Vitamins A and D. (CID A-A-20085D, Type II, Class A, B, or C)., 500, LB;
LI 016: Cereal, Prepared, Ready to Eat, Wheat, Bran Flakes, made from Whole grains or combination of whole and refined grains. (CID A-A-20000E, Type I, Class 5, Grain Composition a or b, Fiber 2), Sodium (a), Packaging type (vii), Agricultural practice (aa)). Bulk package range 12 to 40 lb case. Specify case count. Product of USA or Canada. State Brand on bid., 3200, LB;
LI 017: Hominy Grits, Enriched, White, Regular, Unflavored (CID A-A-20035E, Type I, Style A, Flavor 1). State Brand on bid., 100, LB;
LI 018: Cereal, Rolled Oats, Quick cooking, Unflavored, Any Style, Any container size (CID A-A-20090F, Type II, Flavor A, Style 1, Container size n) State Brand on bid., 3000, LB;
LI 019: Chips, Potato, Salt and Vinegar, BBQ, Jalapeno, Sour Cream and Onion, Frito, 1 oz sealed individual package, various flavors. Note case count and flavors in bid. State Brand on bid., 9000, EA;
LI 020: 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 product or ingredients. State Brand on bid., 300, LB;
LI 021: 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, Half Gallons, 5 Gallon Containers, or 35 lb Containers. Note size of container and case size on bid. State Brand on bid, 50, CT;
LI 022: 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. 30/1/lb case State case size and pack on bid. State Brand on bid., 3, CS;
LI 023: Margarine, Reddies, All Vegetable. 90 patties per lb on paper chips, 12 lbs per case. 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. State Brand on bid., 50, CS;
LI 024: Dressing, Salad, Pourable, Regular, Creamy Italian, Caesar, Ranch, Creamy Style. (CID A-A-20162B, Type I, Any Class, Creamy Style). 4/1 Gallon plastic containers per case. Note Type and Class on bid if not specified. State Brand on bid., 1, CS;
LI 025: 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., 50, CS;
LI 026: Jelly, Fruit, Grape, or Strawberry U.S. Grade A or equivalent. (CID A-A-20078D), Type II, kind AA, or M, Style 1. Finished product quality a. 10-gram individual portion. EACH. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count. State Brand on bid. Products Similar to Welches, Smuckers, etc., 35400, EA;
LI 027: Sugar Substitute, Non-Carbohydrate, Saccharin, Acesulfame K, Aspartame, Sucralose, Neotame, or Rebaudioside A, Granular, Packaged in Envelopes/Packets. (CID A-A-20178C, Types I-VI, Style A, Package 1). Each individual package is .80 to 1.0 Gram. State case count on bid., 111000, EA;
LI 028: Syrup, Table, Regular, Butter Maple flavor, Strawberry Flavor, Maple Flavor (CID A-A-20124E, Type V, 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. 4/1 Gallon Plastic Containers per case. State flavor on bid., 50, CS;
LI 029: 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., 15000, EA;
LI 030: Tortilla Chips, White Corn, Round, Enriched, Shelf Stable, Table Ready (CID A-A-20143B, Type II, Style A, Enrichment type I). Bulk packaged., 975, LB;
LI 031: Tomato Catsup, canned as defined in the standard of identity for catsup, ketchup, catchup (21 CFR 155.194) U.S. Grade A-C. 6/#10 Cans per case. State Brand on bid., 56, CS;
LI 032: Tomato Catsup, as defined in the standard of identity for catsup, ketchup, catchup (21 CFR 155.194) U.S. Grade A-C. Each. Individual 9 Gram Packets. State case count on bid., 25000, EA;
LI 033: 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 Brand on bid., 224, CS;
LI 034: 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 per case. State Brand on bid., 224, CS;
LI 035: Vegetable, Beets, Canned, Whole, Slices, Quarters, Diced, Julienne, French Style or Cut. Minimum drain weight 64 oz. U.S. Grade A, 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 Brand on bid., 10, CS;
LI 036: 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 Brand on bid., 224, CS;
LI 037: Vegetable, Corn, Whole Kernel (Whole Grain), Canned, Conventional or Super sweet, 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 per case. State Brand on bid., 280, CS;
LI 038: 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 per case. State Brand on bid., 56, CS;
LI 039: Vegetable, Mixed (57-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 cans per case. State Brand on bid., 168, CS;
LI 040: 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 per case. State Brand on bid., 56, CS;
LI 041: Vegetable, Peppers, Jalapenos, Sliced. U.S. Grade, U.S. Fancy, U.S. No. 1, or U.S. No. 2. As defined in Title 7, 51.1282 - 1284. 6/#10 cans per case. State Brand on bid., 20, CS;
LI 042: Vegetable, Potatoes, White, Dehydrated, Mashed, Granules or Flakes without or with peel. (CID A-A- 20032G, Type II, Style A, B, or C). Product label must have rehydration instructions and yield amounts. 6/#10 cans per case or bulk packed by the pound. Indicate case/bag size on bid., 56, CS;
LI 043: 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 Brand on bid., 56, CS;
LI 044: Vegetable, Potatoes, French Fries, Frozen, Institutional type, Straight Cut, Crinkle Cut, Slices, or Strips. Strips will be 3/8 x 3/8, 1/2 x 1/4, or 3/8 x 3/4 inch and be Extra Long, Long, or Medium (at least 50% or more are 2 inches or longer. OVENABLE. (Instructions on how to prepare in the oven/fryer are acceptable) U.S. Grade A, U.S. Fancy, U.S. Grade B or U.S. Extra Standard. As defined in Title 7 62.2391-2405. Originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or Canada. Examples of acceptable types also includes wedges, waffle cut, and steak cut. State Brand on bid., 7000, LB;
LI 045: Sauce, Soy, Fermented or Fermented, Reduced Sodium. (CID A-A-20087D, Type I or IV), 4/1 Gallon plastic containers per case. Similar to brands Like Kikkoman, 20, CS;
LI 046: Sauce, Worcestershire. (CID A-A-20099D, Type I, Agricultural Practice A). 4/1-gallon plastic Containers per case. State Brand on bid. Similar to Frenchs, Heinz, etc., 20, CS;
LI 047: Spices, Allspice, Ground (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class A, Form 1). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1-lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound., 1, LB;
LI 048: 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. 1-lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound., 200, LB;
LI 049: Spices, Baking Soda, Food Grade Sodium Bicarbonate. Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1-lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound., 50, LB;
LI 050: 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. 1-lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound., 25, LB;
LI 051: Spices, Cinnamon, Ground, Not fortified. (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class I, Form 1, Fortification A). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1-lb sealed plastic containers Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound., 100, LB;
LI 052: Spices, Cocoa Powder, Natural or Alkalized, Brown to Dark Brown in Color. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. BULK. 1-lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound., 150, LB;
LI 053: Spices, Garlic, Granulated Powder. From dehydrated garlic bulb ground to a fine 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. 1-lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound., 500, LB;
LI 054: 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). 6/quart/case. Note package size on bid., 4, QT;
LI 055: Juice, Lime, Reconstituted, (CID A-A-20144C, Type II, Style A, Package type 1 - Plastic bottle, Agricultural practice a - Conventional). 6/quart/case. Note package size on bid., 12, QT;
LI 056: Spices, Oregano, Crushed. (CID A-A-20001B, Type I, Class U, Form 1 or 3). Packaging must indicate actual delivered weight of product. Pure - no additives, extenders, foreign matter, or flow agents. 1-lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound., 25, LB;
LI 057: Spices, Pepper, Red, Ground. (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-lb sealed plastic containers or boxes. Note package size on bid. Note price by the pound., 25, LB;
LI 058: Spice, Taco Seasoning, Ground, (CID A-A-20001B, Type II, Class O). Blend shall have a reddish orange color and be free from lumps. The taco seasoning blend should include, but is not limited to, the following ingredients: chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, ground paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. 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 1 lb sealed containers Note package size on bid Note price by the pound, 50, LB;
LI 059: Vanilla Flavoring, Imitation, (non-alcoholic). Product must meet the standard of identity per 21 CFR § 169.177 (a) and (b). 4/1-gallon case. Note package size on bid., 8, CT;
LI 060: 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, 25, LB;
LI 061: 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., 500, LB;
LI 062: Meats, Beef, Ground, Patties, IMPS 136, 80% Lean, Frozen, Round, 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. Manufacturers 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. State Brand on bid. 5.3 oz Ground Beef Patty., 7000, LB;
LI 063: Meats, Chicken, Boneless, Skinless, Raw, White Meat (Breast Meat), Frozen, A or B 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. State Brand on bid., 12000, LB;
LI 064: Meats, Chicken, Leg Quarter, Raw, Whole, Ready to Cook, Frozen, Frozen, U.S. Grade A. Broiler Leg, United States Classes, Standards and Grades for Poultry Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) 70.200 et seq, Unbreaded. "Whole Leg quarter" consists of a poultry thigh and drumstick (attached), with a portion of the back attached. Delivered amounts of Leg Quarter portions can be random sizing, with the portion size not to be smaller than 10 ounce and not to exceed 20 ounces 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., 9400, LB;
LI 065: Meats, Chicken, Filet, 4-5 oz, Whole Muscle, No mechanically separated chicken (comminuted), previously cooked chicken meat, or MSG may be used in product, 100% white meat, Breaded. (CID A- A-20276A, Type VI, Style A, Meat Type (b), Form 1, Shape (b). Individually Quick Frozen. Vegetable oil shall be used as the frying medium. Combined batter and breading shall not exceed 30% by weight and will be evenly coated. All ingredients in the product must be listed in the ingredients statement in order of predominance, from highest to lowest amounts in accordance with the USDA Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) Food Standards and Labeling Policy. Manufacturers letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling. Size of patty to be determined locally and size noted on bid. State Brand on bid., 2000, LB;
LI 066: Meats, Fish Fillets, Raw, Individually Quick Frozen, Unglazed, Skin-on, Skin-on (white side only), or Skin- off (skinless), Practically boneless fillet. U.S. Grade A or B. Acceptable types include Tilapia, Cod, Haddock, Hake, Flounder, Sole, Turbot, Plaice, or Halibut. (Grade Standards are separate for Cod, Flounder, Sole, 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. Manufacturers letters will not be accepted in lieu of labeling. Note type and size on bid. 4 to 7 oz., 500, LB;
LI 067: Meats, Fish Fillets, Raw, Breaded, Individually Quick Frozen, Unglazed, Skin-off (skinless), Practically boneless fillet. Product must be ovenable. U.S. Grade A or B (per Grades of Frozen Raw Breaded Fish Portions). Acceptable types include Tilapia, Cod, Haddock, Hake, Flounder, Sole, Turbot, Plaice, or Halibut. Frozen raw breaded portions are clean, wholesome, uniformly shaped, unglazed masses of cohering pieces (not ground) of fish flesh coated with breading and contain not less than 75 percent, by weight, of fish flesh. Fish portion must meet weight requirements when thawed and drained, Must specify if block cut or not block cut on bid. Note type and size on bid. 5 to 7 oz. State Brand on bid., 4000, LB;
LI 068: Meats, Italian Sausage, Pork, Pork, and Turkey (pork is predominant) or Pork and Chicken (pork is predominant), Sweet, Links. Italian sausage is a fresh, uncooked, linked product. The meat components shall be chopped or ground to a moderately course texture. The sausage itself (or interior cut surface of links) is moderately coarse in texture with a uniform color ranging from medium to dark reddish-brown with evenly distributed fat particles. The links shall be in a natural hog or collagen casing 5 to 6 inches in length. Links shall be moderately uniform in length and diameter. IMPS 818, Italian Sausage, Formula D, P2, or P3, Flavoring B, Type E. Product will be delivered frozen. Product will not contain SOY. State Brand on bid., 400, LB;
LI 069: 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 (4-5 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 15be refused. State product on bid., 1300, LB;
LI 070: Meats, Frankfurters (Hot Dogs), Fully Cooked, Frozen, Beef, 6 inches, 10:1 Ratio (must specify weight ratio on bid), Skinless, Without non-meat binders and extenders or With non-meat binders and extenders (such as nonfat dry milk, dried whole milk, and/or calcium-reduced dried skim milk. (IMPS 800, Major Ingredient D or D1 OR CID A-A-20341A, Type II, Byproducts or variety meats A - None, curing agents 2 - Cured, Non-meat binders and extenders (a) or (b), Nutrient content claim (1) or (2), Links per pound of meat ratio (iii) or (iv), Package size (gg), Agricultural practice 1). The finished product shall not contain more than 30 percent fat, or no more than 10 percent added water, or a combination of 40 percent fat and added water. Non-meat binders and extenders may be used up to 3.5 percent individually or collectively with other binders and extenders in the frankfurters per 9 CFR § 424.21 (c). All ingredients in the product must be listed in the ingredients statement on the label in order of predominance, from highest to lowest amounts in accordance with the USDA Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) Standards and Labeling Policy. Manufacturers letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling. State Brand on bid., 300, LB;
LI 071: 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, Shred size 1, 2, 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 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). Manufacturers 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. State Brand on bid., 100, LB;
LI 072: Dairy, Cottage Cheese, Cultured or Acidified, Low Fat (2%), Fat Free, Cottage Cheese, or No Salt Added Low Fat Types, Unflavored, Small or Large Curd, Once the cottage cheese is packaged, the cottage cheese must have a remaining shelf life of at least 60 days. (CID A-A-20154C, Group I or II, Style A or B, Types 2, 3, 4, or 5, Flavor (a), Packaging size (7) - Other (as specified by purchaser), Agricultural practice (a). Note type and package size on bid., 100, CT;
LI 073: 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. 6/#10 cans per case. State Brand on bid., 56, CS;
LI 074: Water, Distilled, Gallon Water, Distiller, Gallon 3 gallon case. Distilled water, 1 gallon containers., 415, EA;
LI 075: Dressing, Mayonnaise, Regular, Reduced Fat, Fat Free, or Light (CID A-A-20140E, Type I, Flavor A, Style 1, 2, 3, or 4, Agricultural practice a). 4/1 Gallon plastic containers per case. Heavy Duty Mayonnaise is Acceptable. Prefer product comparable to KRAFT. Please specify brand name on bid., 18, CS;

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***Question Submission: Interested Sellers must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. Questions must be submitted by using the 'Submit a Question' feature at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.***

For this solicitation, DOJ BOP Field Offices- FCI SAFFORD intends to document bids online to be facilitated by the third-party Marketplace, Unison Marketplace. Unison Marketplace has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to document pricing. Sellers may submit bids during the specified period of time. DOJ BOP Field Offices- FCI SAFFORD is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids.All responsible Sellers that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com.Sellers that are not currently registered to use https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com should proceed to https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com to complete their free registration. Sellers that require special considerations or assistance may contact Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or via email at marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com. Sellers may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com process. Should Sellers require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com.

Use of Unison Marketplace: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through Unison Marketplace in compliance with the Unison Marketplace Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive.

Sellers understand that the Marketplace ranks all Bids by price; however, pursuant to applicable acquisition regulations and/or department guidelines. Buyers may use criteria other than price to evaluate offers. Accordingly, please note that, unless otherwise specified in the Buy Terms, below, to the extent required by applicable regulations and/or guidelines, award will be made to the responsible Seller whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Buyer on the basis of price, technical capability, delivery and past performance.

As defined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 2.101, the terms offer and offeror refer to a response to a solicitation that, if accepted, would bind the submitter to perform the resultant contract. The terms bid and bidder refer to an offer submitted in response to an Invitation for Bid (IFB). The term proposal refers to an offer submitted in response to a Request for Proposal (RFP). The terms quotation, quote, and quoter refer to a non-binding submission in response to a Request for Quotation (RFQ) which is not an offer.

Bid/Offer MUST be good for 60 calendar days after close of Buy, unless otherwise indicated.

Shipping must be free on board (FOB) destination CONUS (Continental U.S.), which means that the seller must deliver the goods on its conveyance at the destination specified by the buyer, and the seller is responsible for the cost of shipping and risk of loss prior to actual delivery at the specified destination.

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time an offer or quotation is submitted, excluding the exceptions outlined in FAR 4.1102(a). Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov.

No partial shipments are permitted unless specifically authorized at the time of award.

Q&A -Please submit all questions by using the 'Submit a Question' button. This buy will then be reposted with Q&A based on the questions that come in (if applicable).

In addition to providing pricing at www.unisonmarketplace.com for this solicitation, each Bidder/Offeror/Quoter must provide any required, NON-PRICING responses (e.g. technical proposal, representations and certifications, etc.) so that they are received no later than the closing date and time for this Buy. Submissions can be sent to marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com

For Exact Match Only Commodity Buys- NO SUBSTITUTIONS, EXACT MATCH ONLY. The Bidder/Offeror/Quoter may not substitute any item/service listed on this order without prior written approval from the BOP Contracting Officer. No other individual is authorized, either verbally or in writing to change part numbers, manufacturer, quantity, delivery dates, or any other specifications of this Buy. Items/services that do not conform to descriptions and part numbers found in this Buy will be rejected at the time of delivery causing a return at the contractor's expense.

Delivery of awarded items will be before 4/7/23. No deliveries on Federal Holidays. You may contact the Food Service Warehouse at 928-428-6600 EXT 2114. Hours: Monday thru Friday from 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

All Items must conform to line-item descriptions derived from the Bureau of Prisons National Menu Specifications. Any quotes for items that do not conform to stated specifications may not be considered for award. Quoters are hereby notified that product specifications are not limited to brand-name supplies. Rather, brand-name references are provided as informational only to serve as identification of a known commercial item products that satisfactorily meets BOP's need in terms of product serviceability

Vendors will submit pricing only on line items that they want to be considered for award. All line items that the vendor will not provide must include a description indicating that they are not providing pricing (i.e., n/a, not providing line item, no pricing, no bid). Additionally, all line items that will not be provided must use the Included in line item feature to allow a no bid on that line item. Please bid on the entire amount requested in the line item description.

Notice to vendors This Opportunity is a Multiple Award opportunity based on best per line item pricing.

Evaluation Factors for Award FAR 15.304(e). Unless all offers are rejected, award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer, conforming to the solicitation, is determined to be the best overall value, price and other factors considered. In accordance with FAR 15.304(e), the evaluation factors other than cost/price, when combined, are significantly more important than cost or price; however, cost/price will contribute substantially to the selection decision. The following factors will be used, in descending order or importance, to determine the Award recipient: 1.) Past Performance, 2.) Ability to deliver items as per specification and time/delivery requirements 3.) Cost/Price FAR 15.404-1(b) Past Performance: A vendors previous delivery history, and any Performance Alerts available through FedBid.com and FedBizOpps.gov, as well as performance surveys conducted with other government agencies or Bureau of Prisons locations will be used as a determining factor prior to award.

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