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Request For Information (RFI), Cheese- Mozzarella String Cheese

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0000039398State & Local

Submission Closed07/09/2026, 01:00:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 311513

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Bulk Butter SupplyThe contract is for the supply of 8,000 pounds of bulk butter that must comply with all applicable government food safety and labeling regulations. It is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small business concerns are eligible to bid, as defined by the SBA under FAR 19.5. The North American Industry Classification System code 311513 identifies the primary industry as dairy product manufacturing. The performance location is specified as Bruceton Mills, West Virginia, with a ZIP code of 26525, indicating where the product must be delivered or produced. The contract was posted on June 30, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Justice under the agency name USP Hazelton, though no specific point of contact or office address details are provided. The opportunity is accessible through the federal marketplace portal at the provided UI link for interested small business suppliers.

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Dairy and Cheese Supply – Cheddar, Colby, Mozzarella, ParmesanThe contract involves the supply of shredded and block cheeses—including cheddar, Colby, mozzarella, and parmesan—in institutional packaging specifically for use in food service operations at the Federal Correctional Institution in Leavenworth, Kansas. The requirement is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to compete. The North American Industry Classification System code 311513 indicates the performance of dairy product manufacturing, confirming the focus on processed cheese production and packaging to meet institutional standards. The place of performance is firmly established in Leavenworth with a ZIP code of 66048, ensuring delivery logistics are aligned to the facility’s operational needs. The contract was posted on June 29, 2026, and is managed under the Department of Justice through the FCI Leavenworth office, with no specific point of contact provided. The packaging must comply with the volume, durability, and labeling demands of federal correctional food service systems without reliance on consumer-grade formats.

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Pre-Packaged Cheese SupplyThe contract is for the supply of pre-packaged, portion-controlled cheese intended for individual inmate meals at the Federal Correctional Institution in Atlanta, with a performance location zip code of 30315. It is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small business concerns are eligible to compete, as defined by the SBA and FAR 19.5. The North American Industry Classification System code 311513 indicates the work falls under Cheese and Other Milk Product Manufacturing, specifying the need for commercially produced, consistent, and safely packaged dairy products compliant with institutional food safety and portioning standards. The posting date is June 23, 2026, and the contract is managed under the Department of Justice through the FCI Atlanta facility, though no point of contact or further agency details are provided. The award will likely prioritize vendors capable of delivering reliably, in bulk, with stringent quality control to meet the dietary and operational needs of a federal correctional institution.

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Bulk Cheese SupplyThe contract entails the supply of 1,500 pounds of bulk cheese for use in food preparation at a federal correctional facility in Atlanta, Georgia, with a zip code of 30315. It is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses as defined by the SBA are eligible to bid, and the NAICS code 311513 identifies the industry as Dairy Product Manufacturing. The contract was posted on June 23, 2026, and is managed by the Federal Correctional Institution Atlanta under the Department of Justice. The cheese must meet all federal dietary and safety standards required for institutional use, with delivery and compliance expected at the designated facility location. Payment and performance terms are governed by standard federal subcontracting regulations, and the award will be made to a qualified small business that can reliably fulfill the volume and quality requirements.

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Butter Supply (Reddies Brand or Equivalent)The contract is for the supply of 406,562 individual butter units, likely in single-serve packaging, intended for institutional use under the Reddies brand or an equivalent product. The requirement is classified as a subcontract and is set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside provision, ensuring eligibility is restricted to qualifying small business concerns. The North American Industry Classification System code 311513 indicates the work falls under the category of dairy product manufacturing, specifically butter production and packaging. The place of performance is specified as Atlanta, Georgia, with a zip code of 30315, and the contracting activity is linked to the Federal Bureau of Prisons facility in Atlanta under the Department of Justice. The solicitation was posted on June 23, 2026, suggesting this is a forward-looking procurement likely intended to support long-term institutional food service needs, though no specific delivery schedule or contract value is disclosed.

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Dairy and Cheese Products SupplyThe contract is for the supply of mozzarella cheese, processed cheese, and other dairy products to support meal preparation at the Federal Correctional Institution in Atlanta, located in zip code 30315. It is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses can compete for the award, in accordance with SBA regulations and FAR 19.5. The North American Industry Classification System code 311513 identifies the scope as dairy product manufacturing, aligning the requirement with producers who process and package dairy items for institutional use. The contract was posted on June 23, 2026, and is managed under the Department of Justice through FCI Atlanta, ensuring that all delivered goods meet the nutritional and operational standards required for federal correctional facility meal programs. Deliveries are expected to be made to the specified location in Atlanta, with no additional performance addresses noted.

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Procurement of commodities and services for market support FNS nutrition assistance FAS humanitarian food aid and disaster programs.The Department of Agriculture, through the Agricultural Marketing Service, has issued a forecast for the procurement of cheese in 500 lb barrels. This acquisition is intended to support market operations, FNS nutrition assistance, and FAS humanitarian food aid and disaster programs. The procurement falls under NAICS code 311513 and was posted on May 1, 2026. Interested parties can contact Chelsie Prange for further information regarding this opportunity.

Agricultural Marketing Service

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Procurement of commodities and services for market support FNS nutrition assistance FAS humanitarian food aid and disaster programs.The Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service is forecasting the procurement of cheese in 500 lb barrels to support various market initiatives, including FNS nutrition assistance and FAS humanitarian food aid and disaster programs. This requirement falls under NAICS code 311513 and is intended to provide essential commodities for critical food security and relief efforts. The forecast was posted on May 1, 2026, and is managed by the Agricultural Marketing Service. Interested parties or potential vendors can contact Chelsie Prange for further information regarding this procurement opportunity.

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Procurement of commodities and services for market support FNS nutrition assistance FAS humanitarian food aid and disaster programs.The Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service is forecasting the procurement of shredded yellow cheddar cheese in 6/5 lb bags to support various market and nutrition assistance initiatives. This acquisition is intended to provide essential commodities for FNS nutrition assistance, FAS humanitarian food aid, and disaster programs. The procurement falls under NAICS code 311513 and was posted on May 1, 2026. Interested parties can contact Chelsie Prange for further information regarding this forecast.

Agricultural Marketing Service

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Procurement of commodities and services for market support FNS nutrition assistance FAS humanitarian food aid and disaster programs.The Department of Agriculture, through the Agricultural Marketing Service, is forecasting the procurement of processed cheese in 6/5 lb units. This acquisition is part of a broader effort to secure commodities and services necessary for market support, FNS nutrition assistance, FAS humanitarian food aid, and various disaster programs. The procurement falls under NAICS code 311513 and was posted on May 1, 2026. Interested parties can coordinate with Chelsie Prange, who serves as both the primary point of contact and the small business specialist for this requirement.

Agricultural Marketing Service

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5 months ago

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AI Contract Overview

The California Department of General Services, Procurement Division is issuing a Request for Information to gather details on the statewide availability of mozzarella string cheese ahead of a future procurement solicitation. Suppliers are invited to respond by emailing Timothy Lemus at timothy.lemus@dgs.ca.gov with information regarding product supply, capacity, and distribution capabilities across California. This RFI is not a formal bid opportunity but a preliminary step to assess market readiness and ensure future solicitations align with available vendor resources. The submission deadline for responses is July 9, 2026, and the solicitation number is 0000039398, with all information accessible through the CalE-Procure portal. The procurement activity is classified under statewide SLED government procurement and is managed by the California agency under the DGS - Statewide Procurement office. There is no set-aside designation or NAICS code specified at this stage, and the place of performance is statewide across California. No physical office address is provided as this is a virtual solicitation process focused solely on gathering vendor input. Interested parties should note that this RFI serves only to inform an upcoming formal solicitation and does not obligate the agency to make a purchase. All correspondence must be directed to the designated point of contact prior to the July 9, 2026 deadline.

General Info

California seeks mozzarella string cheese supplier info for future procurement by July 9, 2026, statewide.

Agency

California → DGS - Statewide ProcurementView Agency

NAICS

311513 - Cheese ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

CA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

(2)

Response Worksheet for Mozzarella String Cheese Supply

DOCX•response-worksheet

RFI 0000039398 - Mozzarella String Cheese Information Request

DOCX•rfi

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PhaseClosed

PostedJun 26

Solicitation

Response DeadlineJul 9

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

07/09/2026, 01:00:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyCalifornia → DGS - Statewide Procurement

Contacts1 person available

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Organization / Agency

California → DGS - Statewide Procurement

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Contacts

Timothy Lemus

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Full Description

The Department of General Services, Procurement Division (DGS-PD) is providing an opportunity for interested suppliers to participate in a Request for Information (RFI) for an upcoming solicitation for Cheese. Specifically, DGS-PD is seeking information about the product availability of mozzarella string cheese on a statewide basis. Please email timothy.lemus@dgs.ca.gov with your responses.