FCI JESUP FY26Q3 SUBSISTENCE
Overview
Buyer
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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, Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Jesup, intends to issue a solicitation (RFQP03072600009) for Quarterly Subsistence items for the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires the delivery of various food and beverage items to FCI Jesup, GA, from April 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026. Quotations are due by February 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is for the acquisition of a comprehensive list of specific food and beverage items, including beans, rice, pasta, meats, dairy products, vegetables, fruits, and bread. Bidders must adhere strictly to detailed specifications regarding type, grade, preparation, packaging, and quality requirements for each item. No specification substitutions will be accepted. Deliveries are FOB Destination to FCI Jesup, GA.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Federal Correctional Institution, Jesup, 2600 HWY 301 South, Jesup, GA 31599.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The applicable NAICS code is 311999, with a small business size standard of 1-500 employees. Faith-based and Community-based organizations are encouraged to submit quotes.
- Awards: The Government reserves the right to make a formal single or multiple awards. Orders over $15,000 will be awarded via a firm-fixed price purchase order, while orders under $15,000 will be paid using a government purchase card.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: Quotations must be submitted via email to msmiley@bop.gov no later than February 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made on a best value basis to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government. Past performance and price will be considered, with price being rated higher than past performance. Adherence to item specifications, delivery capabilities, and overall conformity to the solicitation are critical.
- Questions: All questions must be submitted in writing via email to msmiley@bop.gov. Phone inquiries will not be responded to.
Additional Notes
Offerors must incorporate shipping costs and any other internal processing costs into their bid price. Bidders are advised to include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 with their offers if their System for Award Management (SAM) record does not have complete Representations & Certifications. Failure to comply with item specifications may result in the item not being considered for award or being refused upon delivery. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring beta.sam.gov for any future information or amendments.