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General Buy Information
| Buy #: | 1164996 | |
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| Solicitation #: | 15B40224Q00000002 | |
| Buy Description: | FPC Duluth Q3 FY24 - Subsistence | |
| Category: | 89 -- Subsistence | |
| Sub Category: | 8945 -- Food, Oils and Fats | |
| NAICS: | 311999 -- All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing | |
| SAM Contract Opportunity: | Yes | |
| Set-Aside Requirement: | Small Business | |
| Buyer: | FPC DULUTH | |
| End Date: | 03/01/2024 | |
| End Time: | 13:00 ET | |
| Seller Question Deadline: | No Seller Question Deadline Set | |
| Delivery: | 30 Day(s) - Required (No. of calendar days after receipt of order (ARO) by which Buyer requires Seller to deliver) | |
Line Item(s) Template - Optional
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Line Item(s)
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| 001 | Beef, Ground, Patties, IMPS 1136, 80% Lean, Frozen, Round in Shape, Paper Separation or IQF. Patties shall consist of chopped fresh and/or frozen beef without seasoning. Beef must be produced from current raw material, no bench trimmings, steak trim, or reground product to be used. Patties will not contain more than 20% fat, and will 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 ON THE LABEL. NO STAMPED/WRITTEN DATES ALLOWED. When trimmed beef cheek meat is used in the preparation, the amount of such meat shall be limited to 25%; NO ORGAN OR TONGUE MEAT. Delivered cases must be labeled All Beef, Pure Beef, or 100% Beef and with fat %. Manufacturers letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling. Beef must have a rosy red appearance upon delivery or it will be rejected. 1 mil or thicker bags. No open bags. 5oz patties by the pound | 400 | LB |
| 002 | Beef, Roast Beef, Raw, Roast Beef, Raw, by the pound - Beef Roast, Raw Beef Top or Bottom Round (Gooseneck), IMPS 168, 169, 169A, 170, 170A, 171B. Frozen, approximate weight range 12 to 28 lb. Quote MUST indicate actual IMPS & average roast weight of quoted item. | 2500 | LB |
| 003 | 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 12 ounces and not to exceed 18 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. | 4000 | LB |
| 004 | Meats, Chicken, Filet, 4-5 oz, Whole Muscle or Chunked and formed, 1/2 inch cube or greater (9 CFR § 381.171(f)), 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 or B, 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. Manufacturer’s letters will NOT be accepted in lieu of labeling. Size of patty to be determined locally and size noted on bid | 2500 | LB |
| 005 | 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. | 3000 | LB |
| 006 | 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. Manufacturer’s letters will not be accepted in lieu of labeling. Note type and size on bid. 4 to 7 oz | 2500 | LB |
| 007 | Turkey, Boneless, Roast, Raw, Natural, Boned Rolled and Tied, netted or in roasting pack. Breast meat or breast/thigh meat (8-12 lb each) or whole muscle thigh meat (4-5 lb each). Skin (Maximum) 12.5%. Products produced or labeled with any phrase related to "under religious exemption" will be refused. | 3000 | EA |
| 008 | Margarine, Reddies, All Vegetable. 90 patties per lb on paper chips, 12 lbs per case= 1080EA. 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. | 25 | EA |
| 009 | Margarine, Bulk, 30 lb case, 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. Remove from weekly produce. | 100 | CS |
| 010 | Dressing, Salad, Pourable, Regular, Lite or Light, Reduced Fat, or Fat Free, Any Flavor, Any Style. (CID A-A-20162B, Type I, II, III, or IV, Any Class, Any Style). 4/1 Gallon plastic containers per case. Note Type, Class, and Style on bid if not specified. | 112 | GAL |
| 011 | 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). 1000 CT PER CASE Each individual is .80 to 1.0 Gram. State case count on bid | 25 | CS |
| 012 | Taco Shells, Corn, U Shaped, Enriched. (CID A-A-20143B, Type III, Style A, Shape b, Enrichment type i). 200 PER CASE. Each. State case count on bid | 100 | CS |
| 013 | Beans, Dry, Pinto, Whole, U.S. Grade 1 – 3. | 50 | LB |
| 014 | Beverage Mix, Assorted Flavors, 72/5oz Packs, Each 5 oz packs is to make 5 gallons. | 50 | CS |
| 015 | Sugar, Brown, Light or Dark (CID A-A-20135E, Type II, Style A or B) | 2500 | LB |
| 016 | 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. | 56 | CS |
| 017 | 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. | 56 | CS |
| 018 | 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 | 112 | CS |
| 019 | 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 ). | 150 | LB |
| 020 | 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. | 500 | LB |
| 021 | 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 | 112 | CS |
| 022 | Jelly, Fruit, Standardized, Variety, Apple, Apricot, Cherry, Grape, Orange, Peach, Raspberry, or Strawberry. Regular or Reduced Sugar, U.S. Grade A or equivalent. (CID A-A-20078D), Type II, kind A, B, F, M, R, S, Y, or AA, Style 1 or 2. Finished product quality a or b. 10 gram individual portion. 10 GRAM EA, 200 CT CS. Total amount may be adjusted to the next highest case count | 50 | EA |
| 023 | 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. | 100 | LB |
| 024 | 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. | 112 | CS |
| 025 | Rice, U.S. Grade No. 1 or 2, Long Grain MILLED Rice, Parboiled Light, 50 LB BAG | 100 | LB |
| 026 | 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, Agricultral practice (i)). Gallons, Half Gallons, 5 Gallon Containers, or 35 lb Containers. Note size of container and case size on bid. | 60 | GAL |
| 027 | Shortening, General Purpose, (CID A-A 20100D, Type I). The general purpose shortening must be prepared from deodorized vegetable fats and oils, which include, but are not limited to, palm oil, palm kernel oil, canola oil, or a combination of these oils. The general purpose shortening may be processed by hydrogenation or interesterification. The product may contain antioxidants. Antifoaming agents must not be incorporated into the shortening. 50 pound block. | 4 | EA |
| 028 | 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. | 25 | LB |
| 029 | Sugar, White (Refined), Granulated (fine, extra fine, or superfine) (CID A-A-20135E, Type I, Style A or B) | 2500 | LB |
| 030 | 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. | 56 | CS |
| 031 | Tortilla Chips, Corn, Round or Triangular, Enriched, Shelf Stable, Table Ready (CID A-A-20143B, Type II, Style A, Enrichment type I). Bulk packaged. | 60 | LB |
| 032 | Vinegar, Cider or Distilled, 50 Grain Strength, 4/1 Gallon Containers per case | 60 | GAL |
| 033 | 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 ) | 100 | LB |
| 034 | 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. | 10000 | EA |
| 035 | 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. FRYABLE or 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. | 180 | LB |
Bidding Requirements
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Open Market bids are accepted in this solicitation; however, please refer to the specifications below, including 'Set-Aside Requirement' provision, for additional requirements.
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The Government intends to select for award the one responsible quote which conforms to the Bidding Requirements and Buy Terms in the auction, proposes a price that is fair and reasonable, and provides the Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quote meeting the specifications of the requirement. If the lowest priced quote is not found to be Technically Acceptable, the government will evaluate the next lowest priced quote, and so on. Quotes determined to be incomplete, unreasonable, or unrealistic will not be considered for award.
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The Buyer is allowing Sellers to submit bids that either meet or exceed the requested specification. Sellers MUST enter exactly what they are bidding (including make, model, and description) into the blank description field in order for the bid to be considered.
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Buyer intends to issue award using a purchase order or delivery order. Bids from Sellers unable to accept purchase orders or delivery orders will not be considered for award.
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This solicitation is a Small Business Set-Aside and only qualified Sellers can bid.
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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.
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Interested offerors must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the buyer to respond. Questions can be submitted by using the 'Questions & Responses' link. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.
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Unless otherwise specified in the Buy Terms, below, Bid must be good for 30 calendar days after close of Buy and shipping must be free on board (FOB) destination CONUS (Continental U.S.)
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The Buyer is requiring interested Sellers submit Bids with pricing inclusive of all Line Items.
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Buy Terms
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| Terminology | 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. |
| Pricing Instructions | Unless the Buyer indicates otherwise within a particular line item description, each Seller shall include in its online Bid/Proposal/Quotation individual pricing for all required line items in order to be considered for award (i.e., Do not use the Included in another line item function when pricing each line item). If a line item cannot be separately priced, you must notify the buyer through the Unison Marketplace Submit a Question feature regarding which line item(s) should be included in which other line item(s) and request reposting. Failure to comply with this term may result in the Bid/Proposal/Quotation being determined to be unacceptable. |
| Equipment Condition | New Equipment ONLY; NO remanufactured or "gray market" items. All items must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. |
| Bid/Offer Acceptance Period (Applicable to Invitations for Bid (IFB) or Requests for Proposal (RFP) | Bid/Offer MUST be good for 60 calendar days after close of Buy, unless otherwise indicated. |
| Shipping Condition | 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. |
| SAM Requirement | 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. |
| Delivery Requirement | No partial shipments are permitted unless specifically authorized at the time of award. |
| Q&A Instructions | 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). |
| Supplemental Bid/Proposal/Quotation Information | 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 |
| Award Criteria | The Contracting Officer will indicate elsewhere in this Buy as to whether responses will be evaluated for award based either upon (a) price and pricing factors only (Bids/Quotes) or (b) price and other factors (Proposals/Quotes). All Bids/Proposals/Quotations must conform to the listed specifications or the Statement of Work. If award criteria are based upon (b) price and other factors, the Contracting Officer shall clearly indicate the criteria to be applied elsewhere in this Buy. |
| For Exact Match Only Commodity Buys | 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. |
| For Buys other than Exact Match | For all buys other than Exact Match Sellers MUST document what they are bidding for evaluation for award. Sellers must include, extended specs and/or manufacturer name and part numbers (if applicable). Failure to do this may result in non-consideration of the Bid/Proposal/Quotation. This information is REQUIRED in order for a seller’s Bid/Proposal/Quotation to be evaluated for award. FAR 52.211-6. |
| Individual Pricing Instructions | 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. |
| Multiple Award Notice | Notice to vendors – This Opportunity is a Multiple Award opportunity based on best per line item pricing. |
Shipping Information
| City | State | Zip Code | |
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| Duluth | MN | 55811 |
Seller Attachment(s): Optional
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Buy Attachment(s)
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| 001 | FPC_Duluth_3rd_Qtr_Subsistence_RFQ_15B40224Q00000002.pdf | 468 KB |