FCI Gilmer 2026 Passover Items

Quick Summary

The Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Gilmer, under the Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting Food Service Passover items for 2026. This Request for Quotation (RFQ 15B11926Q00000003) aims to award by line item to the most advantageous offeror, with past performance considered approximately equal in value to price. Offers are due January 29, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.

Scope of Work

This opportunity requires the provision of Food Service Passover items. Key requirements include:

• Meeting specified quantities, delivery dates, specifications, packaging, labeling, and invoicing procedures.
• Deliveries are expected prior to the start of Passover.
• All prices must be FOB destination.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
• Product Service Code: 8940 - Special Dietary Foods And Food Specialty Preparations
• Set-Aside: None specified.
• Response Due: January 29, 2026, 12:00 p.m. EST.
• Published: January 28, 2026.
• Place of Performance: FCI Gilmer, WV.

Submission & Evaluation

• Submission Method: Quotations must be submitted electronically to mxfrye@bop.gov.
• Required Forms & Information:
  • Ensure SAM.gov registration is active and up-to-date (submission constitutes compliance).
  • Complete Standard Form (SF) 1449, specifically blocks 17a, 20, 30a, 30b, and 30c.
  • Complete attached quote sheets, including the offeror name and UEI number in the header.
  • Include email address and UEI number in SF 1449 block 20.
  • Original signatures are required on submitted quotes.
• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made by line item to responsive and responsible vendor(s) whose offer conforms to the solicitation and is considered most advantageous to the Government. Past performance (e.g., poor delivery, failure to meet specifications) will be considered approximately equal in value to price.
• Important Note: Awardees who do not meet RFQ requirements will have this noted and utilized as Past Performance Information, which may be shared with other Bureau of Prison facilities.

Contact Information

• Product-related inquiries: Jared Abrahims, FSA at 304-626-2500 x 1250.
• General questions: Melissa Johnston, Supervisory Contract Specialist at 304-626-2500, ext. 2545, or via email at mxfrye@bop.gov.