FCI Fairton FY26 4th Qtr Subsistence
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), specifically FCI Fairton, has issued a Request For Quote (RFQ) for Fourth Quarter Subsistence, FY 2026. This opportunity covers Kosher, Meat, Frozen, and Dry goods for delivery to FCI Fairton, NJ. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 311999). Quotes are due by May 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks vendors to supply a variety of subsistence items, including Kosher, meat, frozen, and dry goods, for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. Specific items, descriptions, and total quantities are detailed in the attached Standard Form 1449, Section 2. Key delivery requirements include:
- All deliveries must be palletized unless otherwise arranged.
- Strict temperature controls for perishable (36-41°F) and frozen (0°F or below) foods.
- All certified religious diet items must be marked with a Kosher Symbol.
- Items must be dated and delivered before their respective "best by" or "use by" dates.
- Substitutions to specifications and changes to case counts are strictly prohibited.
- Delivery hours are Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 15B20426Q00000008
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside (Large businesses will not be considered).
- NAICS Code: 311999
- Place of Performance: FCI Fairton, 655 Fairton-Millville Road, Fairton, New Jersey 08320.
- Terms of Delivery: F.O.B. destination.
- Expected Delivery Period: July 1, 2026, through July 31, 2026. Items shipped outside this window will be returned at vendor's expense.
- Payment: Purchases over $15,000.01 via purchase orders; $15,000.00 and below via Government purchase card.
- Award Type: Individual items may be awarded, with the possibility of multiple items to one contractor. The Government reserves the right to make a single or multiple awards based on best value.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Due Date: May 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Signed and dated quotes must be emailed to Jared Beers (jbeers@bop.gov) and David Johnson (d4johnson@bop.gov).
- Quote Content: Must include the solicitation number, technical description of items, warranty terms, price, discount terms, and acknowledgment of any amendments. Standard Form 1449 (blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, 30 completed) and all attachments must be submitted.
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Past Performance. Past performance is a critical factor; vendors with a high past performance record will be prioritized, even over lower-priced quotes, if poor past performance is evident. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to award.
- Expected Award Date: On or before June 5, 2026.
Contact Information
- Primary: Jared Beers (jbeers@bop.gov, 856-453-4023)
- Secondary: David Johnson (d4johnson@bop.gov, 856-453-4029)