15B30326Q00000008 3rd QTR meat FY26
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons (FCI Edgefield) is soliciting quotes for Quarterly Meat supplies for the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This requirement is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm-Fixed Price contract. Quotes are due by February 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide various meat products, including beef, chicken, and Italian sausage, meeting specific fat content and preparation standards.
- Delivery: FOB Destination to FCI Edgefield, South Carolina.
- Schedule: Deliveries are anticipated to begin around April 1, 2026. The Food Service department reserves the right to adjust quantities and schedules weekly based on institutional needs.
- Submission Requirement: Bids for meat must be submitted as separate PDF files and not combined with other food categories (e.g., Kosher, Bread, or Subsistence).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business
- Solicitation Release: February 9, 2026
- Quotes Due: February 26, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
- Anticipated Award Date: March 6, 2026
- Effective Date: April 1, 2026
Evaluation
The Government intends to make multiple awards to the responsible quoter(s) whose offer is most advantageous. Evaluation will consider Price and Past Performance as equally important factors.
Additional Notes
All quoters must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a valid UEI number at the time of offer. Failure to maintain active registration may result in elimination from award consideration. Payment will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).