FCI LA TUNA FY26 QTR 4 - CONDIMENTS-SUPPLIES
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI La Tuna has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ), solicitation number 15B51026Q00000023, for Condiments and Supplies for the Fourth Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. The opportunity seeks vendors to supply a wide range of food-related commodities and supplies to FCI La Tuna in Anthony, Texas. Quotes are due by May 28, 2026, at 8:00 AM MST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the delivery of various condiments and supplies, including but not limited to:
- Food Items: Peanut butter, shortening, seed oil, butter, mayonnaise, salad dressing, mustard, jelly, sugar, catsup, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, black pepper, red pepper, and bouillon (beef, chicken, vegetable).
- Disposable Items: Napkins, cups, and food trays.
- Other Supplies: Pallet wrap.
Specific requirements include adherence to federal regulations (e.g., 21 CFR, USDA Specifications), product standards (e.g., U.S. Grade AA, A, or B for butter), and detailed packaging instructions. Substitutions to specifications or case counts are strictly prohibited.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 311999 (All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing)
- Place of Performance: FCI La Tuna, 8500 Doniphan Dr., Anthony, Texas 79821 (F.O.B. destination)
- Delivery Period: July 1, 2026 - July 15, 2026. Deliveries must be palletized, meet specific temperature requirements for perishable/frozen foods, and occur between 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Monday-Friday.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and past performance. FCI La Tuna emphasizes that vendors with a high past performance record will be prioritized, and quotes from vendors without poor past performance represent the best value, potentially outweighing lower-priced quotes. Items will be awarded individually, and multiple items may be awarded to a single contractor.
Submission Requirements
Quotes must indicate the solicitation number, time specified for receipt, vendor contact information, technical description of items, warranty terms, price, and any discount terms. Acknowledgment of any amendments is also required.