GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS: - School District of Philadelphia



GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS: Where Vegetable Protein Products (VPP) is specified, only Beef – Soy Protein Concentrate (SPC) and Poultry – Isolated Soy Protein (ISP) are permitted. Hydrolyzed protein will not be accepted. VPP may not be used to replace more than 30% of the meat/meat alternate as per 7-CFR210.Additives: The School District prohibits the addition of: monosodium glutamate, sodium nitrate, nitrates and nitrites, hydrolyzed vegetable protein, hydrolyzed plant protein, artificial coloring, artificial flavoring, artificial sweeteners, sugar free sweeteners, high fructose corn syrup, azodicarbonamide (ADA), butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) and butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) in all foods. Beef products should be free of lean finely textured beef.Prohibited Ingredients: Items may not contain imitation cheese, peanuts, pork products, gelatin (unless kosher or vegan), bleached flour, starch non-enriched flour, and bromated flour.Antibiotic Claims: Vendors who have items available with antibiotic claims (CRAU or NAE) may include those items (on separate bid sheets), as well as conventional antibiotic use items- on their bid sheets. Please provide documentation for any claims made. BEEF- Only beef which meets USDA definition of “ground beef” shall be used. Must be declared on the ingredients statement as “ground beef (not more than 20% fat)”. All beef products must provide 2 ounces edible protein. All Beef must be USDA Grade Select or better. Beef products must be 100% beef except when noted. All beef products must be Lean Finely Textured Beef (LFTB) free. Processed products must use lower sodium formulations. Product is not to contain artificial coloring, flavoring, LFTB, MSG, BHA, or BHT. Supplier labels must be furnished and must be USDA-FNS labeled. CN Label Required for each Beef item listed.Item NumberItem DescriptionItem SpecificationsBeef Patty - 100% BeefFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portion Flame Broiled, fully cooked Patty100% beef, no VPP or other extenders. No egg protein. CN Labeled Maximum Dimension 3 x 3 1/2 inchesBeef Patty - 100% Beef. Beef of Pennsylvania originFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portion Flame Broiled, fully cooked Patty100% beef, no VPP or other extenders. No egg protein. CN Labeled Maximum Dimension 3 x 3 1/2 inches100% of beef sourced from PennsylvaniaManufacturer must be able to track source of beef and provide documentation of originBeef Salisbury Steak – 100% BeefFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portionFlame Broiled Patty100% beef, no VPP or other extenders. No egg Labeled.Maximum Dimension 3 x 3 1/2 inchesBeef Salisbury Steak –Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portionFlame Broiled PattyNo egg Labeled.May contain VPPMaximum Dimension 3 x 3 1/2 inchesBeef Meatballs with Sauce Meatballs Each meatball must be .5 M/MA. May not contain more than 20% fat.May have whole grain rich fillers, but may not contain VPP or other extenders.No egg protein.Four Meatballs per LabeledFully Cooked. Product must have finished cooked weight at least equal to two (2) ounces meat/meat alternate per portion.Sauce- Meatballs are to be in a tomato (spaghetti) sauce utilizing government donated tomato paste and canned tomatoes if available with a medium to heavy consistencyThe School District requests that finished product be available for delivery in a heavy-duty disposable cryovac bag with an easy open top. Alternate methods of packaging must receive School District approval prior to processing and shipping.Beef Meatballs (no sauce)Meatballs Each meatball must be .5 M/MA. May not contain more than 20% fat.May have whole grain rich fillers, but may not contain VPP or other extenders.No egg protein. Four Meatballs per Labeled.Fully CookedProduct must have finished cooked weight at least equal to two (2) ounces meat/meat alternate per portion.Beef Sandwich Steak (Raw)Beef will be USDA commercial grade or better, "coarse ground"The USDA inspected beef used to produce steak shall not contain more than 20% fat.No poultry, milk or milk products allowed in formulation.Meat from head, tongue, heart, esophagus or other organs is not permitted.Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portion. Beef product is to be processed with a vegetable protein extender (Isolated Soy Protein) not exceeding thirty (30) percent of the batch weight. Chopped and emulsified product is to be molded into shape, quick frozen, tempered and wafer thin sliced.The School District requests that finished product be available for delivery in a heavy-duty carton weighing approximately thirty (30) pounds. Individual portions are to be separated with wax paper and packed in a clear poly bag within shipping carton. Alternate methods of packaging must receive School District approval prior to processing and shipping.Beef Sloppy JoeFully CookedFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portion.Sodium level may not exceed 500 mg/servingMay not contain MSGCN Labeled Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portion. Beef CrumblesFully cooked, drained and rinsed, individually quick frozenParticulates may vary in size from .5 inches to .09 inches, but majority of particulates should be greater than .25 inches and particulates .10 inches and smaller should not exceed 18% of volume by weight per caseEqual to a minimum of 1.5 ounces M/MA per portionNo fillersMaximum crumble size of ? inchCN LabeledMaximum fat content of no more than 20%Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portion CHICKEN-USDA grade B or better. Products to provide zero grams trans-fat. No fillers or extenders allowed in product formulations unless specifically noted. Supplier labels must be furnished and must be USDA-FNS CN labeled. CN Label Required for each Poultry item listed. Item NumberItem DescriptionItem SpecificationsBreaded Chicken Nuggets Fully cookedCombination light and dark chicken containing chunked chicken meat chopped and formed Whole Grain BreadedNo comminuted meatMay contain VPPFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain equivalent per portionBreaded Chicken Nuggets – Whole Muscle Fully cookedWhite meatWhole muscle Whole Grain BreadedNo comminuted meatNo fillers or additives Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain equivalent per portionBreaded Chicken PattyFully cookedCombination light and dark chicken containing chunked chicken meat chopped and formed Whole Grain BreadedNo comminuted meatMay contain VPPFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain equivalent per portionPatty must fit within a 3.5 inch by 4 inch trayBreaded Chicken Patty – Whole MuscleFully cookedWhite meatWhole muscle Whole Grain BreadedNo comminuted meatNo fillers or additives Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain equivalent per portionPatty must fit within a 3.5 inch by 4 inch trayChicken FajitaFully cookedHeat applied grill marksMay contain VPPBoneless, skinless chicken. Combination light and dark government-donated chicken. Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portionBreaded TendersFully cookedBreaded, combination light and dark government-donated chicken containing chicken meat with comminuted chicken meat May contain VPPFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain per portion Primary source of flour is to be whole grainBreaded Tenders – Whole MuscleFully cookedBreadedWhite meatWhole muscleFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain per portion Primary source of flour is to be whole grainGrilled Chicken Breast FiletFully cooked Unbreaded boneless, skinless chicken breast filetGrill marksMay contain VPPFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portionGrilled Chicken Breast Filet – Whole Muscle Fully cooked Unbreaded boneless, skinless chicken breast filetGrill marksNo comminuted meatNo fillers or additives Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portionChicken Sausage PattyFully cooked, frozenFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of one (1) ounces M/MA per portion11.Chicken Sticks – Fully cookedBreaded, combination light and dark government-donated chicken containing chicken meat with comminuted Minimum 8 strips to provide 2 oz. meat/meat alternateMay contain VPPCooked rectangular strips (3-7/8"x1/2"x1/4")Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain per portion Primary source of flour is to be whole grain12.Bone-in Chicken LegFully cookedUnbreaded, bone in chicken legMay contain sauce/seasoningFinished cooked weight equal to 2-ounce M/MACertified Responsible Antibiotic Use (CRAU) or No Antibiotics Ever (NAE) by USDA 13.Boneless Buffalo Wings Fully cookedBreaded, combination light and dark government-donated chicken containing chicken meat with no comminuted meat.Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain per portion Buffalo or hot and spicy seasoning or saucePrimary source of flour is to be whole grain 14.Spicy Breaded Chicken PattyFully cookedBreaded, combination light and dark government-donated chicken containing chunked chicken meat with comminuted chicken meat Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain equivalent per portionPrimary source of flour is to be whole grain Hot and Spicy flavor profile 15.Asian ChickenFully cookedCombination of chicken and, Asian sauce, and vegetablesFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MAChicken may not contain soy protein May not contain peanuts or peanut oilChicken, vegetable, and sauce combination may not exceed 150 grams of sugar per serving16.Chicken SausageFully cooked, frozenNo extendersIndividually quick frozenApple, Italian, or original flavoredSodium level may not exceed 500 mg per servingFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portion TURKEY- Government Donated Turkey USDA inspected shall be used, USDA grade B or better. Turkey Luncheon Meats: No VPP or other extenders or fillers, or variety meats. Preference for nitrate/nitrite free products where possible. Diameter of product should not exceed four (4) inches. No pork products permitted. Supplier labels must be furnished and must be USDA-FNS CN labeled. CN Label Required for each Poultry item listed. Item NumberItem DescriptionItem SpecificationsDeli Turkey HamFully cooked, fresh Prepared with USDA inspected fresh dark turkey, processed and cured. Smoke flavoring added. Boneless and shaped into rolls for slicing.Must contain 100% turkey thigh meatMaximum total fat: 1.5 grams per 1-ounce servingNatural smoke flavor is allowedSodium should not exceed 550 mg per servingServing equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MADeli Turkey BreastFully cooked, freshPrepared with USDA inspected fresh turkey breast, white turkey added, processed and shaped into breasts for slicingMaximum total fat: 1.0 gram per 1-ounce servingSodium should not exceed 800 600 mg per serving equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MADeli Turkey Breast – 3.5 in diameter Fully cooked, fresh3.5” diameter logPrepared with USDA inspected fresh turkey breast, white turkey added, processed and shaped into breasts for slicingServing equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA Sodium should not exceed 800 mg per serving equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MASmoked Dark Turkey or Turkey Ham – 3.5 in diameter Fully cooked, fresh3.5” diameter logPrepared with USDA inspected fresh turkey breast, white turkey added, processed and shaped into breasts for slicingNatural smoke flavoring added Serving equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MASodium should not exceed 550 mg per servingTurkey BolognaFully cooked, frozenPrepared with USDA inspected fresh dark turkey; mechanically separated turkey, processed. Smoke flavoring added. Boneless and shaped into rolls for slicing Must contain 100% turkey meatNo VPP or other extenders or fillers. No variety meatsMaximum total fat: 4 grams per 1-ounce servingSodium Limit should not exceed 700 mg per servingDeli Italian Turkey Combination PackFully cooked, frozenPrepared with USDA inspected fresh dark turkey; mechanically separated turkey, processed. Smoke flavoring added. Boneless and shaped into rolls for slicingMust contain 100% turkey meatMust contain a variety of turkey meats (i.e. turkey ham, turkey pepperoni, turkey salami, etc.)No VPP or other extenders or fillersSodium should not exceed 700 mg per serving Turkey Breast and Thigh RoastFully cooked, frozenPrepared with USDA inspected fresh turkey breast and thigh meat, processed and cooked. Boneless and shaped into roasts for slicing.Maximum total fat: 2 grams per 1ounce servingSodium Limit should not exceed 500 mg per serving 7.Turkey Taco MeatFully cooked, individually quick frozenPre-seasoned with mild taco seasoning or similarPrepared with USDA inspected fresh ground dark turkey meat, processed and cooked.Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces edible M/MA per portion Less than 500 mg sodium per two (2) ounces M/MA serving 8.Turkey Pot RoastFully cooked, frozenSeasoned, with broth Prepared with USDA inspected fresh turkey thigh meat, processed and cooked Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces edible M/MA per portion 9.Turkey CrumblesFully cooked, drained and rinsed, individually quick frozenAll meat, no fillersUtilizes dark and white meatFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portionMaximum crumble size of ? inch 10.Pepperoni, CoinsFully cooked, individually quick frozen Utilizes Dark MeatNo variety meatFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portion 11.Turkey PastramiFully cooked, frozenPrepared with USDA inspected fresh dark turkey; mechanically separated turkey, processed.Boneless and shaped into rolls for slicing OR pre slicedLess than 800 mg sodium per two (2) ounces M/MA servingServing equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA 12.Turkey Sausage LinkFully cooked, frozenPrepared with USDA inspected fresh dark turkeyNo VPP or other extendersIndividually quick frozenFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of one (1) ounces M/MA per portion 13.Turkey Sausage PattiesFully cooked, frozenPrepared with USDA inspected fresh dark turkeyNo VPP or other extendersIndividually quick frozenFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of one (1) ounces M/MA per portion 14.Turkey Canadian BaconCanadian style turkey bacon slicesPre-slicedFully cooked, frozenPrepared with USDA inspected fresh dark turkeyNo VPP or other extendersFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of one (1) ounces M/MA per portion 15.Turkey BurgerFully cooked, frozenPrepared with USDA inspected fresh dark turkeyNo VPP or other extendersOne finished cooked patty equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA per portion FISH- Government Donated Pollock USDA inspected shall be used. Supplier labels must be furnished and must be USDA-FNS CN labeled. CN Label Required for each Fish item listed. Item NumberItem DescriptionItem SpecificationsPollock SticksPre Cooked, frozen sticksWhole grain breading Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain equivalent per servingNo minced fish Primary source of flour is to be whole grainBreaded Pollock PortionsPre Cooked, frozen fillets Finished cooked weight equal to a minimum of two (2) ounces M/MA and one (1) ounce whole grain equivalent per serving per portionCut from frozen fillet blocksNo minced fish permitted Primary source of flour is to be whole grainEggs- Derived from USDA Grade A whole eggs. Supplier labels must be furnished and must be USDA-FNS CN labeled. CN Label Required for each egg item listed. Item NumberItem DescriptionItem SpecificationsEgg Patty, squareFully cooked, frozenFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of one (1) ounce M/MA per portionEgg Patty, roundFully cooked, frozenFinished cooked weight equal to a minimum of one (1) ounce M/MA per portionHeat applied grill marksHard Cooked Diced EggsFully cooked, frozenFinished thawed weight equal to a minimum of one (1) ounce M/MA per portionIndividually quick frozenApples- Derived from USDA Apples for further processing. Must furnish Statement verifying ? cup portion meal equivalent.Item NumberItem DescriptionItem SpecificationsSliced Apples, Individual Bagged PortionsFresh Pre-Sliced Apples Minimum of one (2) ounce portion equal to ? cup fruitMinimal use of PreservativesPreference for local apples Peach Fruit Cups, Shelf-Stable,Shelf Stable Frozen- Derived from USDA peaches. Must furnish statement verifying ? cup portion meal equivalent.Item NumberItem DescriptionItem Specifications1.Peach Fruit Cups, FrozenShelf StableIndividual peach fruit cups made with USDA peaches fruitcanned packed in extra light syrupwater, or 100% juice Cups must be shelf stable in dry storage for 9 months. Varieties to include Diced Pears in Juice, Diced Peaches in Juice, and Diced Mixed Fruit in Juice.?Creditable fruit serving is ? cup per fruit cupNo artificial flavors, colors, or high fructose corn syrupBuy American compliant Frozen with minimum 360 day shelf-lifeSpecify fruit on bid excel sheet Products will be legibly imprinted with the GREGORIAN date of expiration. This date will appear on each unit so that it can be easily read. Julian dating or manufacture coding will not be accepted. ................
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