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Specialty Diet Food Manufacturing (Religious & Medical Diets)

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This contract pertains to the production of specialty foods designed to meet specific religious and medical dietary requirements, including Kosher and Halal diets as well as medical diets such as low-sodium and diabetic-friendly options. These foods are to be produced in accordance with the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) National Menu, ensuring that the dietary standards necessary for the inmate population are met. The contract emphasizes compliance with religious dietary laws and medical nutritional restrictions, reflecting the critical need for providing appropriate meals within correctional facilities. The contract is a subcontract opportunity classified under NAICS code 311999 and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside in accordance with FAR 19.5, targeting small businesses for participation. It is issued by the Department of Justice through the MDC Brooklyn facility, with performance located in Brooklyn, ZIP code 11232. This specialized manufacturing effort supports the DOJ’s commitment to accommodating diverse dietary needs within correctional institutions, ensuring health, safety, and religious compliance through tailored food production.

General Info

Production of Kosher, Halal, and medical dietary specialty foods for BOP inmates, Brooklyn facility.

Agency

Department Of Justice → Mdc BrooklynView Agency

NAICS

311999 - All Other Miscellaneous Food ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Brooklyn, NY, 11232, USA

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SBA

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PostedMar 11

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AgencyDepartment Of Justice → Mdc Brooklyn

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Production of foods for religious (Kosher, Halal) and medical (low-sodium, diabetic-friendly) diets per BOP National Menu.

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