Buttons
SOL #: CT2387-26Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Justice
Federal Prison Industries, Inc
FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC
WASHINGTON, DC, 20534, United States
Place of Performance
Washington, DC
NAICS
Fastener (339993)
PSC
Textile Fabrics (8305)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
May 21, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Jun 12, 2026, 7:00 PM
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 Prison Industries, Inc. (UNICOR), is soliciting proposals for an Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for various types of buttons. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, identified as RFQ CT2387-26, requires Berry Amendment compliant, domestic USA-only materials. Proposals are due Friday, June 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work & Key Requirements
This IDIQ contract is for the supply of various buttons, as detailed in Section B of the SF1449. Key requirements include:
- Material Compliance: Fabric must be Berry Amendment compliant and domestic USA only; no foreign items or components are acceptable. Materials must also comply with DFARS 252.225-7012, Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities.
- Non-Manufacturer Rule: This rule applies to the acquisition.
- Documentation: A Certificate of Conformance (COC), applicable physical test results, and a packing slip must accompany each shipment.
- Quantities: Guaranteed minimum quantity is 1,000 each. The estimated/not-to-exceed quantity for the life of the contract is 38,000,000 each.
- Delivery: UNICOR's desired delivery is 45 days or sooner after the issuance of each delivery order.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for an Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.
- Duration: Base period plus four option years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 339993 (All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing), with a size standard of 750 employees.
- Rated Order: This is a Rated Order DO-C9 requirement.
- Offer Period: Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 days.
- Administration: The contract will be administered by Federal Prison Industries, Central Office, Washington, DC.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: Friday, June 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
- Submission Method: Emailed proposals are accepted. Offerors are responsible for confirming receipt.
- Questions Deadline: June 5, 2026. Questions must be submitted in writing via email only.
- Evaluation Factors: Past performance and technical factors are significantly more important than price. Technical factors include adherence to Berry Amendment compliant material. Past performance factors include quality of item supplied, on-time delivery, adherence to shipping instructions, customer service/business relations performance, and performance within the last three years.
- Registration: All contractors must register in SAM.gov prior to award.
Required Forms & Attachments
- SF1449: The primary solicitation document.
- Business Management Questionnaire: Required to provide recent and relevant past performance information on contracts within the last three years. Each contract reference requires a separate form.
- Credit Release Authorization: Grants permission for UNICOR to obtain consumer/credit reports to evaluate financial ability.
- UNICOR ACH Vendor/Miscellaneous Payment Enrollment Form: For awarded vendors to set up direct deposit payments via ACH.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Harley Jacobson (harley.jacobson2@usdoj.gov)
- Secondary Contact: Adam McCammack (adam.mccammack2@usdoj.gov, 618-664-6200)
People
Points of Contact
Harley JacobsonPRIMARY
Adam McCammackSECONDARY
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: May 21, 2026