FCI DANBURY 3rd Quarter Dairy

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation package from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Institution Danbury, for the acquisition of "Dairy". It contains all necessary information for submitting a request for quote.

• The solicitation includes FAR 52.212-3, requiring offerors to complete representations and certifications via the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Quoters must include their DUNS number and DUNS Unique Entity ID in their quotes.

• Awards will be based equally on price and past performance.

• Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a contract for "Dairy".

• Quotes must be submitted via email to jcaswell@bop.gov.

• The deadline for quote submission is March 4, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• All communications regarding the RFQ, including technical questions, must be made in writing to the Contracting Officer.

• Questions will not be answered by telephone or in person.

• Important instructions are incorporated by reference in FAR 52.212-1, "Instruction to Offerors - Commercial Items".

• Faith-Based and Community-Based Organizations have the right to submit offers/bids equally with other organizations for contracts for which they are eligible.

• The Government reserves the right to make payment using either Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or the Government Credit Card.

• Failure to complete SAM registration procedures may result in elimination from award consideration.

• Prospective quoters are cautioned against discussing quote preparation or technical questions with Government personnel, as this may result in non-consideration of the quote.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from Danbury FCI for various dairy products for the 3rd Quarter Budget FY 2026. The government is procuring dairy items to meet operational needs.

The following dairy products are requested:

• American Cheese, Slices, 30 Pound Case (20 CASES)
• Cheddar Cheese, Pounds (2500 lbs)
• Cottage Cheese, Pounds (70 units of 5-pound containers)
• Mozzarella Cheese, Pounds (3000 lbs)
• Skim Milk, 1/2 Pints, Each (16000 units)
• Skim Milk, Bulk, Gallons (1800 units of 5-gallon bags)
• Sour Cream, Pounds (70 units of 5-pound containers)
• Non-Fat Dry Milk, Pounds (5 units of 50 lb bags)

Specific requirements include adherence to Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) standards for each product type, including fat content, moisture, and labeling. For perishable items like cottage cheese, a minimum shelf life of 60 days upon packaging is required. Bidders must specify product types, styles, and packaging details as indicated in the RFQ.

• The procurement is for the 3rd Quarter Budget FY 2026.

• Specific contract type, period of performance beyond the quarter, and estimated value are not detailed in this RFQ.

• Submission instructions and evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided document pages.

• Key deadlines or milestones are not specified.

• No specific set-aside or eligibility requirements are mentioned in the provided document pages.

• The document references specific CID numbers and CFR sections for product standards.

• Bidders are instructed to note the type and package size on their bid.

• Manufacturer's letters will not be accepted in lieu of labeling.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for commercial items, specifically for dairy products. The solicitation number is 15B20326Q000000018.

• The primary deliverable is dairy products.

• Deliveries are scheduled from April to June 2026.

• Deliveries will occur every Monday and Thursday during this period.

• The solicitation is set aside 100% for small business.

• The method of solicitation is RFQ (Request for Quotation).

• The offer due date is February 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

• Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, and 24.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, FAR 52.212-3, and 52.212-5.

• Contractors are required to sign the document and return one copy to the issuing office.

• This acquisition is a small business set-aside (100%).

• The issuing office is the FEDERAL CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION, 33 1/2 PEMBROKE RD, DANBURY, CT 06811.

• Payment will be made by FCI DANBURY, 33 1/2 PEMBROKE RD, DANBURY, CT 06811.

• The solicitation issue date is February 17, 2026.