FCC Lompoc FY26 A1 2nd QTR Ground Beef and Beef Patties

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the quarterly food requirement. The acquisition is a total small business set-aside. The government is procuring subsistence items for the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Lompoc.

• The specific items, quantities, and units of measure are detailed in the "BRQ" (presumably a separate document or section not fully provided).

• Requirements for the items to be acquired are also detailed in the "BRQ".

• All non-frozen, perishable foods must be delivered between 34-40 degrees F.

• All frozen foods must be delivered at 0 degrees F or below.

• Products indicating prior thawing will be refused.

• Expected to result in a single or multiple firm-fixed-price contract(s).

• Delivery period: March 29, 2026, to April 17, 2026.

• Delivery hours: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM PST, Monday through Friday (no weekend or holiday deliveries).

• Awards over $15,000 will be firm-fixed-price (FFP) Purchase Orders.

• Awards under $15,000 will be FFP Government Purchase Card transactions.

• Submission Deadline: March 18, 2026, by 2:00 PM PST.

• Quotes must be submitted in PDF format via email to tlamirand@bop.gov.

• No fax, hand-delivered, or mail-in quotes will be accepted.

• Quotes must be valid for 30 calendar days after close.

• Evaluation factors: Price (fair and reasonable), Past Performance (prior experience and similar performances), and Technical (Product Offered, including brand or manufacturer).

• Award will be made to the responsible Quoter whose quote conforms to requirements and offers the best value.

• Total small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 311999 with a size standard of 700 employees.

• All future information (amendments, cancellations) will be posted on SAM.gov.

• Interested quoters must submit questions via email to tlamirand@bop.gov.

• Delivery location: Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Lompoc, 3901 Klein Blvd, Lompoc, CA 93436.

• Vendors failing to meet delivery schedules or specifications may be removed from future solicitations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of ground beef and beef patties for the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FCC Lompoc). The government is seeking to purchase these food items to meet its operational needs.

• Item 0001: 20,000 lbs of Ground Beef (80% Lean, IMPS 136), delivered frozen. Specific requirements include: no bench trimmings, steak trim, or re-ground product; not more than 20% fat; no added water, phosphates, binders, or extenders; no partially defatted tissue or advanced meat recovery product. Product must be 6 months or younger upon delivery with the date clearly on the label. Beef cheek meat limited to 25%. Cases must be labeled "Beef, All Beef, Pure Beef, or 100% Beef" with fat percentage. Product must have a rosy red appearance upon delivery; grey, brown, or tan product will be rejected. Must be packed in 10-60 lb cases with 1 mil or thicker sealed bags. Domestic origin required.

• Item 0002: 20,000 lbs of Ground Beef Patties (80% Lean, IMPS 1136), frozen, round in shape, individually quick frozen. Similar requirements to Item 0001 regarding composition, fat content, and origin. Patties are to be prepared from Item 0001 specifications and frozen unless specified fresh. Packed in boxes completely lined with plastic bags.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Delivery on or before 04/17/2026 for both items.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but quantities and unit prices will determine the total award amount.

• Offer Due Date: 03/18/2026 at 02:00 PM PT.

• Submission Instructions: Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30. Photos are required with the bid. Samples may be requested.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not detailed in this section of the document.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100.00%).

• NAICS Code: 311999 with a size standard of 700 Employees.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference, which are attached.

• DOJ-02 Contractor Privacy Requirements (JAN 2022) is incorporated by reference.