Dry Goods - FY26 Q4

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for "Dry Goods" for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Beaumont. The solicitation is for the 4th Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026, with a delivery date of July 6, 2026. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.

• The primary deliverable is "Dry Goods."

• Specific quantities and detailed specifications are referenced in an "attached National Menu Specifications Quote Sheet."

• Pricing must be submitted on the attached National Menu Specifications Quote Sheet.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: July 6, 2026 - July 31, 2026

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but pricing is to be submitted on a quote sheet.

• Offer Due Date: June 24, 2026, 12:00 CT.

• Submission Instructions: Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, and 30 of the solicitation form. Pricing must be submitted on the attached National Menu Specifications Quote Sheet.

• Evaluation Factors: "Lowest price technically acceptable and past performance."

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100%).

• NAICS Code: 311942 (Dry Pasta, Sauce, Condiment, and Spice Manufacturing)

• Size Standard: 500 Employees

• This solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including addenda for FAR 52.212-1 and FAR 52.212-4.

• Key clauses include those related to small business set-asides, nonmanufacturer rules, DEI discrimination, security of department information, whistleblower rights, prohibition on inverted domestic corporations, terms and conditions for commercial products, child labor, combating trafficking in persons, and payment by electronic funds transfer.

• Offerors are cautioned that listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed and submitted with their quotation or offer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation package from the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons (FCC Beaumont), is for the acquisition of Dry Goods. It provides all necessary information for submitting a request for quote (RFQ).

• Bidders must submit quotes for Dry Goods.

• Specific item descriptions, case counts, and pricing are to be detailed on the National Menu Specifications Quote Sheets.

• A sample of the food product may be requested prior to award.

• Awards will be processed via Government Purchase Order.

• Payment will be made through applicable net terms.

• Delivery of awarded items can begin as early as July 6, 2026.

• Deadline: June 24, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. CST.

• Submission Methods:

  • Mail: Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC, P.O. Box 26015, Beaumont, Texas 77720-6015 (Attn: Dillon Tydlacka, Contract Specialist; Attn: Celeste Valderas, Contract Specialist)
  • Carrier (FEDEX, etc.): Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC, 5980 Knauth Road, Beaumont, Texas 77705 (Attn: Dillon Tydlacka, Contract Specialist; Attn: Celeste Valderas, Contract Specialist)
  • Email: dtydlacka@bop.gov and cvalderas@bop.gov

• Required Documents: Standard Form 1449 (Page 1) and National Menu Specifications Quote Sheets.

• Prohibited Submissions: Faxed quotations and photocopies will not be accepted. Do not submit pricing or item details on the SF 1449.

• Questions: Must be submitted in writing via email to dtydlacka@bop.gov and cvalderas@bop.gov.

• All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

• Quoters must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number in their quotes.

• Failure to register in SAM may result in elimination from award consideration.

• All communications regarding this RFQ must be in writing to the Contracting Officer.

• Discussing quote preparation or technical questions with Government technical personnel is prohibited and may result in non-consideration of the quote.

• Failure to deliver awarded products may result in being determined a non-responsible contractor, removal from the bidder's list, and rejection of future bids.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document lists specific dry goods, pasta, corn products, cereal, shortening, oil, jelly, sugars, syrup, sauces, and spices required for procurement, along with their quantities. It serves as a detailed specification for the items needed.

• Beans: Black Beans, Kidney or Red Beans, Lentils, Pea (Navy) - U.S. Grade 1-3, in various quantities.
• Pasta: Lasagna Noodles and Spaghetti, with specific CID, type, style, and enrichment requirements, packaged in 1 lb to 40 lb bags.
• Cornmeal, Corn Starch, Flour, Non-Fat Dry Milk, Soy Products: Corn Meal (Degermed, Enriched) specified by CID and granulation.
• Cereal: Rolled Oats (Quick cooking, Unflavored) specified by CID and agricultural practice.
• Shortening and Oil: Various vegetable oils or combinations, specified by CID, type, and style, with a strict requirement for 35 lb containers only.
• Jelly, Sugars, Syrup: Brown Sugar and White Sugar (Granulated) specified by CID and type.
• Sauces: Hot Sauce/Buffalo-style and Soy Sauce (Fermented or Reduced Sodium), with specific packaging requirements (4/1 gallon containers per case).
• Spices: Includes Baking Powder, Basil (Sweet), Parsley (Flakes), Pepper (Black, Ground), Salt (Food Grade/Table, Iodized), and Turmeric (Ground). Specific CIDs, forms, and packaging requirements (e.g., 1 lb sealed plastic containers for Basil and Parsley) are noted. Lemon and Lime Juice (Reconstituted) are also listed with CFR compliance and packaging notes.

This document directly outlines the specific products, quantities, and some technical specifications (like CIDs, grades, packaging) that bidders must be able to supply. Bidders should review each item carefully to ensure they can meet the requirements and to prepare accurate pricing based on the specified units (LB, EA, CS, QT).