FCI LA TUNA-QTR 3-CONDIMENTS AND RELATED PRODUCTS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Prison System / Bureau of Prisons (FCI La Tuna) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Condiments and Related Products for the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks to procure a wide range of food and disposable service items for FCI La Tuna in Anthony, TX. Quotes are due March 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (No. 15B51026Q00000010) covers the supply of various food and beverage products, including:
- Condiments: Oils (salad, vegetable, canola, etc.), margarine, mayonnaise, dressings, mustard, relishes, jellies, catsup, sauces (BBQ, soy, Worcestershire, cheese).
- Spices & Sugars: Basil, Cajun seasoning, chili powder, cinnamon, cumin, garlic, onion, paprika, parsley, pepper, salt, taco seasoning, brown/white/granulated sugar, sugar substitutes, syrups.
- Other Food Items: Soup bases (beef, chicken, vegetable bouillon), lemon/lime juices.
- Disposable Food Service Items: Trays, sporks, cups, gloves, napkins, head/beard covers, pallet wrap.
All items have specific requirements regarding type, form, packaging, quality standards, and expiration dates (minimum 6 months after delivery). Substitutions to specifications or case counts are strictly prohibited.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: Primarily April 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). Quotes from large businesses will not be considered.
- NAICS: 311999
- F.O.B. Destination: FCI La Tuna, 8500 Doniphan Dr., Anthony, TX 79821.
- Delivery Requirements: Palletized deliveries, specific temperature controls for perishable/frozen goods (e.g., 36-41°F for non-frozen perishables, 0°F or below for frozen), Kosher symbols for religious diet items, and delivery hours Mon-Fri, 7:30 AM - 1:30 PM. Non-compliant items will be refused or must be picked up at vendor's expense.
- Quote Due: March 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
- Published: February 19, 2026.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on price and past performance. FCI La Tuna prioritizes vendors with a high past performance record, even over lower-priced quotes, in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(4)(ii). Poor past performance (e.g., failure to deliver, requests to cancel orders, poor quality) may result in a poor rating and negatively impact award decisions. Items will be awarded individually, and multiple items may be awarded to a single contractor.
Submission Instructions
Quotes must clearly indicate Solicitation No. 15B51026Q00000010, include vendor name, address, telephone number, a detailed technical description of quoted items, terms of any expressed warranty, price, and any discount terms. Acknowledgment of any amendments is also required.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Ana Oaxaca at aoaxaca@bop.gov or 915-791-9708.