Canned Carrots and Vegetables Supply

The contract entails the supply of canned carrots and vegetables in full compliance with the FDA Standard of Identity under 21 CFR 155.200, ensuring product consistency and regulatory adherence. A strict glaze-free requirement is mandated, meaning no added coatings or surface treatments may be applied to the canned contents. All products must be fully inspection-ready upon delivery, with documentation and packaging that facilitate immediate verification by government inspectors. The items must be delivered in palletized form to support efficient handling and storage at the designated location. This is a Small Business Set Aside subcontract under NAICS code 311421, exclusively available to qualifying small businesses. The opportunity was posted on August 7, 2026, with responses due by August 14, 2026, and performance is to be carried out in Marianna, Florida, ZIP code 32446. The contracting entity is the Federal Correctional Institution in Marianna, operating under the Department of Justice, which will receive the goods for institutional use. Compliance with packaging, labeling, and delivery standards is critical to award and contract fulfillment, and bidders must demonstrate capacity to meet all technical and regulatory requirements outlined in the solicitation.