FCC Coleman - Q3 FY26 Kosher Menu
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, Bureau of Prisons (BOP), FCC Coleman is seeking bids for Kosher Menu items for the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The procurement will utilize an online competitive reverse auction via Unison Marketplace. Bids are due by February 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for various Kosher food items and related paper products to be delivered to FCC Coleman, FL. Specific items include Kosher Parve fish fillet meals, Kosher meat meals (e.g., beans and franks), Kosher bologna, and other food and paper products. All items must meet or exceed detailed specifications, including strict adherence to Kosher certification (hechsher) markings on individual packages. The NFSA/Chief Dietitian will make the final determination on product compliance. A document titled "FCC COLEMAN - Q3 FY26 LINKS TO MARKETPLACE.xlsx" provides a catalog of items with "Buy Numbers" and direct links to their listings on the Unison Marketplace for detailed product information.
Contract Details & Requirements
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 311999 (All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing) with a 700-employee size standard.
- Place of Performance: Coleman, FL 33521 (FOB Destination)
- Procurement Method: Online competitive reverse auction via Unison Marketplace. Sellers must register and submit pricing through https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com.
- Delivery: Vendors must adhere to one of four distinct delivery schedules for Q3 FY26 (April 1 - June 30, 2026), ranging from a single shipment to weekly deliveries. General delivery requirements include specific hours (7:30 AM - 2:30 PM, Mon-Fri), no deliveries on weekends or federal holidays (observed Memorial Day and Juneteenth), palletization, wrapping, and strict temperature controls for perishables. Unacceptable items must be picked up within two weeks at vendor expense. The "3rd QTR Delivery Schedule Memo.docx" details these requirements, emphasizing that non-compliance will result in performance issues or contract re-award.
Submission & Questions
Interested sellers must submit any questions via the 'Submit a Question' feature on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. Questions not received in a reasonable time may not be considered. Pricing portions of bids MUST be submitted via the Unison Marketplace.
Deadlines
- Questions Due: As soon as possible.
- Bids Due: February 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.