FCI LORETTO Q3 FY26 BREAD
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, Bureau of Prisons (BOP), specifically FCI Loretto, is soliciting quotes for its Q3 FY26 bread requirement. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for a Firm-Fixed Price contract to supply various fresh bread products. The opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by February 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of fresh bread, including specific types such as Enriched Finger Bread (Hot Dog), Enriched Sandwich Bread (Hamburger), and White/Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread. Deliveries will consist of 13 weekly shipments, commencing on Thursday, April 2, 2026, and concluding by Thursday, June 25, 2026. All deliveries are F.O.B. Destination to FCI Loretto, Loretto, PA. Fresh bread must be delivered within 48 hours of baking, with no frozen bread accepted. The attached Quote Sheet provides full details on item descriptions, quantities, and units of measure. The Government reserves the right to adjust quantities with one week's notice.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: 15B20826Q00000012
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract, awarded on an "All or None" basis.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 311999, 700 employees size standard).
- Proposal Due: February 19, 2026, 10:00 a.m. EST.
- Delivery Period: April 2, 2026 – June 25, 2026.
- Published Date: February 4, 2026.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible quoter(s) offering the best value to the Government, based on two factors:
- Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
- Past Performance: Assessed on a Go/No-Go basis, focusing on:
- Timeliness of Deliveries: Consistent record of on-time deliveries; documented late deliveries will result in a "No-Go."
- Order Accuracy and Completeness: Track record of complete and accurate orders; recurring issues will result in a "No-Go." Only quoters receiving a "Go" rating for past performance will be considered eligible.
Submission Requirements
Quotes must be submitted via email only to Kaitlynn Riley (k1riley@bop.gov). Fax, hand-delivered, or mail-in quotes will not be accepted. Offers must be typed on the provided Quote Sheet, with all "FOR VENDOR TO COMPLETE" sections accurately filled out for each line item. Quotes must remain valid for 30 calendar days after the solicitation close.