FCI Ashland Comp Medical JOFOC April FY 2026
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Bureau of Prisons (BOP), under the Department of Justice, has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for Comprehensive Medical Services at FCI Ashland, KY. This is a non-competitive, sole-source acquisition to ensure continuity of care for the inmate population for an interim period in April 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement covers essential medical, dental, and mental health services, including referrals to community-based providers when institutional staff cannot provide care. Specific services include:
- Inpatient/Outpatient Facility and Physician services
- Outpatient Institution Services: Mobile MRI, Cardiology, Orthopedic Surgeon, Mobile Ultrasound/Echo, General Surgeon, Physical Therapy, Psychiatry, Urologist, and Optometrist.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Sole Source (Procured via purchase orders)
- Performance Period: April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026
- Estimated Value: $180,000.00
- Set-Aside: Non-competitive, Sole Source
- Published: March 17, 2026
Evaluation
This is a sole-source acquisition, not a solicitation for proposals. The justification is based on the incumbent contractor's unique qualifications and the critical need for uninterrupted continuity of care.
Additional Notes
- The incumbent contractor, Seven Corners, Inc., has agreed to continue services at previously negotiated rates.
- This interim acquisition is necessary to prevent a lapse in essential healthcare services while a competitive award for a long-term CMS contract is pending.
- The justification highlights Seven Corners' immediate availability and established network as the only provider capable of ensuring seamless service delivery without disruption.