FCI DANBURY 3rd Quarter Vegetables

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

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

• The solicitation is for the acquisition of Vegetables.

• Quoters must follow all instructions in the solicitation package regarding content, format, and submission.

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

• Representations and certifications must be completed via the System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov.

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

• Payment may be made using Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or the Government Credit Card.

• Quotes must be emailed 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 Contracting Officer is the only individual who can legally commit or obligate the Government to an expenditure of public funds.

• 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) for the procurement of various canned and frozen vegetables for the 3rd Quarter Budget FY 2026. The items are intended for the Storage Area - Dry and Storage Area - Frozen at Danbury FCI.

The RFQ specifies a list of vegetables, including:

• Canned Carrots (6-#10 Cans)
• Canned Corn (6-#10 Cans)
• Canned Green Beans (6-#10 Cans)
• Canned Mixed Vegetables (6-#10 Cans)
• Canned Peas (6-#10 Cans)
• Canned Spinach (6-#10 Cans)
• Canned Tomato Paste (6-#10 Cans)
• Canned Crushed Tomatoes (6-#10 Cans)
• Canned Diced Tomatoes (6-#10 Cans)
• Frozen California Blend (by the pound)
• Frozen Tater Tots (30 Pound Case)

All canned vegetables must be originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in the United States or Canada, and meet specific U.S. Grade standards (e.g., U.S. Grade A, U.S. Fancy, U.S. Grade B, or U.S. Extra Standard) and minimum drain weights as defined by the Food and Drug Administration standards. Bidders must specify the type of can or pouch. Frozen Tater Tots must be ovenable, preformed, precooked, and institutional type.

This RFQ 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 document.

Bidders are required to provide Item Price and Total Price for each item. They must also state the type of can or pouch for canned goods. Evaluation criteria and proposal submission instructions are not detailed in this document.

No specific set-aside or eligibility requirements are mentioned in this document.

This document is a request for quotation and does not contain the full solicitation details. It focuses on the specific food items and their specifications. The document is dated 2/3/2026 03:02 PM.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items, specifically a Request for Quotation (RFQ), for "Vegetable Requirements" to be delivered in April 2026. The solicitation number is 15B20326Q00000024.

• The primary deliverable is "Vegetable Requirements."

• Delivery is scheduled for April 2026.

• The solicitation is issued by the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Danbury, CT.

• The contract is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• The method of solicitation is RFQ.

• The Offer Due Date is March 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

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

• This acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• The document is Standard Form 1449.