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MEAL, TAILORED OPERA

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SPE3S126F1402Federal

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NAICS: 311991

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FY27 2ND QTR CERTIFIED HALAL FOR FCC BUTNER

Solicitation # 15B10627Q00000002

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is soliciting quotes under solicitation 15B10627Q00000002 for the provision of Certified Halal Foods for the Federal Correctional Complex Butner in North Carolina. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 311991. The requirement includes various meals such as Halal Cheese Omelet, Spanish Omelet, Chicken Cacciatore, Filet of Sole, and Hawaiian Meatballs. To ensure religious compliance, all products must be Certified Halal and marked with the halal certification symbol. Specifically, Spanish Omelet meals must be manufactured by either La Briute or Midamar, and a Halal Certificate must be provided with the quote. The delivery window is strictly scheduled between December 21, 2026, and December 31, 2026, with deliveries accepted Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Strict temperature controls are mandated, requiring non-frozen perishables to be between 34 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit and frozen foods to be 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. All items must comply with BOP National Menu Specifications, and any products showing signs of prior thawing or failing to meet specifications will be refused. Quotes are due by November 27, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST, with an anticipated award date of December 18, 2026. Interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management and provide a Unique Entity Identification number. Evaluation will be based on price reasonableness and past performance, with failures in delivery or specification compliance negatively impacting future award decisions. Payments will be processed via Electronic Funds Transfer in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act.

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FY27 2ND QTR CERTIFIED KOSHER FOR FCC BUTNER

Solicitation # 15B10627Q00000003

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is soliciting quotes for the provision of Certified Kosher Foods for the Federal Correctional Complex Butner in North Carolina under solicitation 15B10627Q00000003. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 311991, with a small business size standard of 700 employees. The scope of work includes the delivery of various kosher meal components, such as filet of sole, meatballs, peanut butter, and tuna, all of which must strictly comply with BOP National Menu Specifications and be marked with the kosher certification hechsher. Specific temperature controls are required, with non-frozen perishables maintained between 34°F and 40°F and frozen foods at 0°F or below. The solicitation will be available on November 13, 2026, with a response deadline of November 27, 2026. The anticipated award date is December 18, 2026, with a mandatory delivery window between December 21, 2026, and December 31, 2026. All deliveries must be palletized and made Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm. Prospective contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and provide their Unique Entity Identifier (UEID) and kosher certificates with their submission. The government will inspect and determine the acceptability of supplies within thirty days of receiving a proper invoice.

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DHS-SP-Ludeman - Deli-Style Salads Annual Contract FY27/28

Solicitation # 27-444DHS-DEVDI-B-54840

The Illinois Department of Human Services is seeking a vendor to provide fresh, prepared, deli-style salads for the Nutrition Management Program at the Elisabeth Ludeman Center in Park Forest, Illinois. The contract term is anticipated to run from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. The vendor must deliver a variety of salads, including potato, tuna, chicken, and cole slaw varieties, on a weekly basis following a four-week menu cycle. Deliveries must be made to Building 67/Kitchen between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with all shipping and handling costs borne by the vendor. Strict technical specifications apply to ensure food safety and quality. All products must be delivered at a temperature of 41 degrees or below, possess a 21-day shelf life, and contain no more than 600 mg of sodium per 4 oz. serving. Salads must be delivered in sealed bulk containers weighing between 5 and 10 pounds, each stamped with preparation and expiration dates. Each shipment must include a visible packing list featuring the vendor's name and the order number. The contract includes a limitation of liability of $2 million per occurrence and allows for termination for convenience with 30 days' prior written notice. Payment is governed by the State Prompt Payment Act, with a requirement that invoices for expenses incurred through June 30 be submitted by July 31. Vendors must provide various certifications, including a drug-free workplace for those with 25 or more employees, compliance with the Illinois Department of Human Rights Act, and confirmation that they are not an expatriated entity.

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Prepared Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner Meals for Hawaii National Guard 298th MFTR at Waimanalo

Solicitation # W912J6-27-X-1CXF

The Hawaii Army National Guard's 298th Multi-Functional Training Regiment (MFTR) is seeking a contractor to provide prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals for military students in Waimanalo, Hawaii. This Sources Sought notice is for market research and planning purposes, with a performance period running from February 7, 2027, to August 28, 2027. The requirement is designated as a Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 311991. Interested firms must submit a statement of capability, firm details, CAGE code, Unique Entity ID, and their intent to quote when the formal solicitation is issued. The contractor must deliver individually packaged, microwave-safe, bento-box style meals to Building 712, ensuring they are staged and temperature-verified 30 minutes prior to service. Strict food safety standards apply, requiring hot foods to be maintained at or above 135°F and cold foods at or below 41°F, with 100% compliance with the Tri-Service Food Code. Meals must align with the Army H2F nutritional framework, featuring a 21-day rotation of lean meats and whole grains while strictly prohibiting deep-fat frying. The contractor is responsible for providing all personnel, NSF-certified insulated transport equipment, and the ability to accommodate certified dietary restrictions with 48 hours' notice. Invoicing will be processed monthly via WAWF/PIEE based on confirmed headcounts and signed delivery tickets.

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Mexico Support FY27 (Fresh Fruits and Vegetables)

Solicitation # MexicoSupport

DLA Troop Support is conducting market research through a sources sought notice for the Outside the Continental United States Subsistence Prime Vendor Program. The objective is to identify capable vendors to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Naval ships visiting ports in Huatulco, Manzanillo, Puerto Vallarta, and Tiapas-Tapachula, Mexico. The anticipated contract will have a one-year duration with a maximum annual sales value of 350,000 dollars. Required capabilities include the ability to source food items, manage warehousing and inventory, and provide transportation and delivery. Vendors must be able to accept electronic orders and utilize Electronic Data Interchange transactions and an active Subsistence Total Order and Receipt Electronic System account. The pricing structure requires a combination of product price and a fixed distribution price for the duration of the contract. Interested parties must provide their company name, Cage Code, and business size, specifying if they employ fewer than 700 employees.

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Solicitation # 15B21627Q00000005

Solicitation 15B21627Q00000005 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for the procurement of produce for FCI Elkton in Lisbon, Ohio, for the second quarter of fiscal year 2027. This acquisition is a total set-aside for small business concerns under NAICS code 311991. The government intends to make a single, all-or-none award to a responsible contractor who provides pricing for all required line items, including eggs, bananas, whole fruit, cilantro, cucumbers, and other fresh produce. Evaluation will be based on the total aggregate quoted price and a go/no-go assessment of past performance regarding delivery timeliness and order accuracy. The performance period runs from January 5, 2027, through March 30, 2027, with weekly palletized deliveries required between 7:00 am and 2:00 pm EST, excluding federal holidays. Strict temperature controls are mandated: 34 to 41 degrees Fahrenheit for perishables, above 34 degrees for canned goods, and 0 degrees or below for frozen items. All deliveries are FOB Destination and subject to close inspection, with a conditional acceptance period of three days. Quotations must be submitted via email to the contract specialist by 10:00 am EST on November 24, 2026, and must remain valid for 30 calendar days.

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Fresh Fruits and Vegetables for distribution to federal Food Nutrition Assistance Programs

Solicitation # 12-3J14-27-B-0081

Solicitation number 12-3J14-27-B-0081 is an invitation for bid issued by the Department of Agriculture for the procurement of fresh fruits and vegetables to be distributed to federal Food Nutrition Assistance Programs. This acquisition is designated as a total set-aside for small business concerns and serves as the sole solicitation for these commercial products. The response deadline for interested parties is November 19, 2026. The contract outlines a structured two-tier process for resolving concerns and filing agency protests through the USDA Ombudsman Program. Tier 1 involves direct resolution with the Contracting Officer, while Tier 2 allows for a formal written agency protest submitted to the Contracting Officer or the USDA Independent Review Authority. Protests filed under Tier 2 may suspend contract awards or performance unless urgent needs are justified in writing.

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FCC COLEMAN FY-2027 DECEMBER PRODUCE

Solicitation # 15B30227PR00000081

The Department of Justice, Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Coleman, is soliciting quotes for the supply and delivery of various fresh produce items for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027, covering the period from October 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. This is a Small Business Set-Aside procurement under NAICS code 311991. The requirement includes a wide range of fruits and vegetables, such as potatoes, onions, lettuce, bananas, and pears, which must meet or exceed USDA U.S. No. 1 or U.S. Extra No. 1 Grade standards. All bids must be submitted electronically via the Unison Marketplace, where the agency intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction. The deadline for offers is November 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. Deliveries are to be made to Coleman, Florida, between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. The contract specifies four distinct delivery schedules ranging from single shipments to weekly deliveries. Strict quality and safety protocols are in place, including a prohibition on genetically modified varieties and a requirement that all deliveries be palletized and wrapped, with wooden crates strictly forbidden. Perishable items must be maintained between 34°F and 40°F, and frozen foods must be 0°F or below. Acceptance is conditional for three days following delivery to allow for inspection. Administratively, the agency will not accept faxed invoices, requiring all billing to be submitted via mail or email.

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5019-PreparedSalad-Jan to Mar-DSH-FY26

Solicitation # 6100066933

Solicitation 6100066933, issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, seeks a vendor to provide prepared salad items to Danville State Hospital for January, February, and March 2027. The scope includes a wide variety of products, including vegetable, fruit, macaroni, potato, and protein-based salads such as egg, ham, poultry, seafood, and tuna. All products must be delivered to 50 Kirkbride Drive, Danville, PA, with a minimum shelf life of 14 days from the date of delivery. The facility reserves the right to cancel any order quantity with at least 10 days' notice. Strict quality and safety standards apply, prohibiting the use of sulfites while allowing other FDA-approved preservatives, which must be disclosed on the labels. Packaging must consist of sealed plastic tubs, corrugated cardboard, waxed cartons, or non-returnable tins, with specific container sizes ranging from 5 to 30 lbs. Meat and poultry salads must be processed in USDA-approved plants and feature the official inspection legend and plant number. Other salads must comply with the Pennsylvania General Food Law. New vendors must submit product information and taste samples to the Director of Dietary Services for evaluation. Bids are submitted via the PA Supplier Portal, and awards for brand pack size changes are based on cost per unit.

Department of Human Services

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Mexico Prime Vendor Fresh Fruits & Veg, (East Side Ports) Gulf of America Side

Solicitation # MexicoPrimeVendor

DLA Troop Support is issuing a sources-sought request for information regarding the OCONUS Subsistence Prime Vendor Program to support military and federally funded customers in Veracruz and Progresso, Mexico. The agency is seeking capabilities for the sourcing, delivery, and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables, with an estimated annual sales value of 350,000.00 dollars. The required scope of work includes electronic order fulfillment, warehousing, inventory management, and the maintenance of a formal quality assurance program. This RFI is categorized under NAICS code 311991 and is managed by the office in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Interested respondents must provide details regarding their business type, major customers, and whether they qualify as a small business, defined as having fewer than 700 employees. Responses are due by November 18, 2026. Because this is a request for information, there is currently no formal solicitation available.

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Fresh Potatoes for Domestic Food Assistance Programs

Solicitation # 12-3J14-27-B-0064

Solicitation 12-3J14-27-B-0064 is an invitation for bid issued by the Department of Agriculture for the procurement of fresh potato products to support domestic food assistance programs. This acquisition is designated as a total set-aside for small business concerns and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. The combined synopsis and solicitation serve as the sole request for offers, with a response deadline of November 16, 2026. The contract outlines a structured two-tier process for resolving concerns and filing agency protests through the USDA Ombudsman Program. Tier 1 involves direct resolution with the Contracting Officer, while Tier 2 allows for a formal written agency protest submitted to the Contracting Officer or the USDA Independent Review Authority. Protests must adhere to FAR 33.104 guidelines and may suspend contract awards or performance unless urgent needs are justified.

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Procurement of commodities and services for market support USDA nutrition assistance humanitarian food aid and disaster programs.The Department of Agriculture is forecasting the procurement of commodities and services to support market stability, USDA nutrition assistance, humanitarian food aid, and disaster programs. This specific requirement focuses on the acquisition of Empire fresh apples packaged in 40 pound cartons under the Commodity Procurement Program. This opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5 and is categorized under NAICS code 311991. Interested parties may coordinate with Nick Wiber or Small Business Specialist Chelsie Prange for further information regarding this forecast.

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AI Contract Overview

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded contract SPE3S126F1402 to Baxters North America, Inc. for the supply of tailored operational meals. This specific award, dated August 11, 2026, is a delivery order under the broader five-year IDIQ contract SPE3S1-25-D-Z101. The order consists of 336 boxes of tailored operational meals (NSN 8970-01-628-7262) at a unit price of $62.26, resulting in a total contract price of $20,919.36. Delivery is scheduled for August 25, 2026, to Camp Douglas, Wisconsin, with terms set as FOB Destination and inspection and acceptance occurring at the point of origin. The overarching master contract, effective November 13, 2024, establishes a total potential value of $12,706,400.00 with a guaranteed minimum of $1,270,640.00 for the supply of Tailored Operational Training Meals. This master agreement utilizes a tiered pricing structure across five one-year periods and mandates electronic invoicing through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. Compliance is governed by various FAR and DFARS clauses, with a significant emphasis on cybersecurity standards, including the safeguarding of covered defense information and the prohibition of covered defense telecommunications equipment.

General Info

DLA awarded Baxters North America $20,919.36 for 336 tailored operational meals.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

Contract Value

$20,919.36

NAICS

311991 - Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

BAXTERS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Award Issued Date

08/11/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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PostedAug 11

Award Notice

AwardedAug 11

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Full Description

DLA award SPE3S126F1402 posted on DIBBS. Awardee: BAXTERS NORTH AMERICA, INC. (CAGE 9Y162) Total Contract Price: $20,919.36 Award Date: 08-11-2026 Delivery order under: SPE3S125DZ101 Line items: - MEAL, TAILORED OPERA (NSN/Part 8970016287262, PR 7017844545)