Shortening & Margarine Supplier

The contract seeks a supplier to provide shortening and margarine in specified quantities and packaging formats—40-pound cases and 5-gallon pails—that fully comply with USDA, FDA, and all applicable federal standards for food safety and quality. The requirement is structured as a subcontract and is set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside program as defined by FAR 19.5, ensuring only eligible small business concerns may submit proposals. The NAICS code 311811 identifies the industry classification as vegetable and animal oil and fat manufacturing, aligning the scope with food production and processing capabilities. The place of performance is designated as Ray Brook, New York, with delivery expected to meet the federal facility’s operational needs. Interested vendors must respond by the deadline of June 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time, and submissions will be evaluated based on adherence to regulatory specifications, packaging requirements, and small business eligibility. The contract is issued under the Department of Justice through its FCI Ray Brook facility, indicating the end use is likely for institutional food service within a federal correctional institution. All products must meet the technical and safety benchmarks established by federal agencies to ensure compliance with nutrition and sanitation protocols in federal facilities.