BREAD 3RD QTR FY26
Overview
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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 (FBP) / FPC Morgantown, is issuing a Presolicitation for BREAD products for the 3rd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This requirement is for weekly deliveries to FCI Morgantown, West Virginia, from April 6, 2026, to June 29, 2026. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide weekly deliveries of various bread products, including general bread, Kosher Whole Wheat 22SL Loaf, Kosher Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns, and Kosher Whole Wheat Hot Dog Buns. Specific Kosher certifications are required for relevant items and must be submitted with the bid. All products must meet federal specifications (CID A-A-20052B, A-A-20053B), be fresh (delivered within 48 hours of baking), and have an acceptable expiration date of ten days after delivery. The vendor must respond and replace unacceptable products within 24 hours. Deliveries will be made once per week, preferably on Monday, in quantities determined by the Food Service Administrator.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Solicitation 15B11326Q00000006)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price, "all or none" award.
- Period of Performance: April 6, 2026, to June 29, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Federal Correctional Institution, 446 Greenbag Road, Morgantown, WV 26501.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 311812 (Bakery And Cereal Products), Size Standard: 1000 Employees.
Submission & Evaluation
- Solicitation Release: On or about February 12, 2026, via SAM.gov.
- Offer Due Date: February 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Electronic quotes ONLY via email to bkeifer@bop.gov. Quotes must include company name, UEI#, phone#, and email address of the Point of Contact (POC) on the front page. No physical mail or fax will be accepted.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote represents the best overall value to the government, considering price, delivery, and past performance.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov (CCR database) and complete annual representations and certifications electronically via ORCA. A Data Universal Number System (DUNS) number must be included in offers. Registration will be verified prior to award. Failure to comply may result in elimination from consideration.
Additional Notes
The anticipated award date is March 22-31, 2026. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for any updates or amendments. Contact Ben Keifer at (304) 284-4318 or bkeifer@bop.gov for questions.