FCI Marianna Emergency Box Meals FY 2026

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This document lists the awarded vendors for FCI Marianna's FY 2026 Emergency Box Meals contract. It includes the contract number (15B30826Q00000009) and the award date (April 21, 2026).

The document details two awards to North Carolina Manufacturing LLC, with awarded prices of $2.45 and $1.97 for two line items. This information is relevant for understanding past contract awards related to emergency box meals for FCI Marianna.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "Emergency Box Meals" requirement for the Federal Correctional Institution, Marianna, Florida (RFQ 15B30826Q00000009).

• Performance Period: The awarded vendor will have 22 days from award to deliver the product, with flexibility for multiple deliveries within that timeframe.
• Delivery Schedule: Deliveries are accepted Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM CT, excluding federal holidays.
• Expiration Date: Box meals must have an expiration date of at least 12 months from the date of delivery.
• Product Condition: Box meals are typically delivered frozen.
• Award Type: This is an all-or-nothing award, with only one vendor to be awarded.

This Q&A clarifies key aspects of the requirement, including delivery timelines, product specifications, and award structure, which may impact bidder proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) 15B30826Q00000009 for Emergency Box Meals at the Federal Correctional Institution, Marianna, Florida. The government intends to award to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous based on past performance and price.

• Bidders must comply with the specifications on the solicitation.

• Substitutions will not be accepted.

• Quotes should only be submitted for items that meet the required specifications.

• The contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not explicitly stated in this cover letter.

• Payment terms are at the sole discretion of the Contracting Officer.

• Quotes must be submitted via e-mail in PDF format.

• Faxed quotes will not be considered for award.

• All communications regarding the RFQ must be in writing via e-mail to kstewart1@bop.gov. Questions will not be answered by telephone or in person.

• Evaluators will not make assumptions or draw inferences regarding missing or incomplete data; missing or incomplete data may result in elimination from consideration.

• All potential offerors are advised that this solicitation includes FAR 52.212-4 (Oct 2018) for Commercial Items.

• Contractors must be registered in the SAM database.

• Potential offerors are required to complete annual representation and certifications electronically via the On-line Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) web site (http://orca.bpn.gov).

• Offerors may need to complete and return Provision 52.212-3 and follow instructions in FAR provision 52.212-1.

• The Contracting Officer assigned to this procurement is Kenneth Stewart.

• The form of payment is solely at the discretion of the Contracting Officer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of "EMERGENCY BOX MEALS" and "Breakfast Box Meals" for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Marianna. The government is seeking to establish a contract for these food items.

Item 0001: Lunch/Dinner Box Meals

• 4 Pk Bread (Kosher Bread, Whole Wheat, Individually Wrapped)
• 2 Oz Meat Pack (Kosher Bologna Luncheon Meat, Frozen or Shelf Stable)
• 2 Oz Peanut Butter (Kosher Peanut Butter, Individual Packets)
• Sweet Snack (Kosher Pastries, Desserts, Assorted, Individual, Fresh or Frozen)
• Salty Snack (Kosher Pastries, Desserts, Assorted, Individual, Fresh or Frozen)
• Mustard (Kosher Mustard, Prepared, Individual Packet)
• Jelly (Kosher Jelly, Fruit, Standardized, Variety, Apple, Apricot, Cherry, Grape, Orange, Peach, Raspberry or Strawberry)
• Drink Mix (Kosher Fruit Flavored Drink Powder, Individual Serving Packet)

Item 0002: Breakfast Box Meals

• 2- 1 Oz Kosher Cereal (or 2 Oz Cereal)
• Kosher Pastry or Pudding Cup
• 2 Cereal Bars (Kosher Cereal Bar, Any Type, Any Style, and any grain composition)
• Sweet Snack (Kosher Pastries, Desserts, Assorted, Individual, Fresh or Frozen)
• Salty Snack (Kosher Pastries, Desserts, Assorted, Individual, Fresh or Frozen)
• Drink Mix (Kosher Coffee, Instant, Individual Serving Packet)

All food items must be Kosher certified and individually wrapped. Specific details regarding packaging, size, and certification are provided in the document.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: Base Period

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the solicitation is for commercial products.

• Offer Due Date: April 16, 2026, 4:00 PM Central Time

• Delivery Date: No later than May 8, 2026

• Award Basis: "ALL OR NOTHING AWARD"

• Evaluation: Past Performance (60%) and Price (40%). Technical capability is also a significant evaluation factor.

• The acquisition is set aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) at 100%.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR clauses and addenda related to contract terms, conditions, representations, certifications, and specific requirements (e.g., privacy, security, data handling).

• Offerors must not send partial cases; all items will be inspected. Delivery is conditional for seven (7) days for examination and testing.

• Merchandise must be shipped on pallets. Products indicating prior thawing will be refused.

• Delivery to FCI Marianna, FL is required.