FCI McDowell 3rd Qtr FY 26 KOSHER
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI McDowell, is soliciting quotes for Kosher and Halal Food Items for the 3rd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Set-Aside, with various small business clauses incorporated, including Total Small Business. The acquisition aims to secure specific food items for the facility in Welch, WV. Quotes are due by February 27, 2026, at 09:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of various kosher and halal food items, as detailed in the attached schedule and continuation sheets. Specific product descriptions include items like "Kosher Parve - 14 ounce Fish Fillet Meal," "Kosher Meat - 16 Ounce Turkey Cutlet Meal," and "Certified Halal - 20 Ounce Chicken Cacciatore Meal." Bidders must ensure their offerings meet detailed specifications, including ingredients, weight, packaging, and specific kosher or halal certification markings on individual packages. Delivery is expected on October 18, 2024 (Note: This delivery date appears early for a Q3 FY26 contract and should be verified by bidders).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quote - RFQ)
- Product Service Code: 8945 (Food, Oils And Fats)
- Set-Aside: Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Set-Aside (100%), with Total Small Business clauses incorporated.
- Place of Performance: FCI McDowell, Welch, WV 24801, United States
- Published Date: February 18, 2026
- Quote Due Date: February 27, 2026, at 09:00 AM ET
- Solicitation Number: 15B12226Q00000008
Evaluation Criteria
Evaluations will be based on past performance, socio-economic status, overall price, and delivery schedule. Greater emphasis will be placed on past performance and delivery schedule, with technical and past performance combined accounting for 75% of the evaluation. Bidders must demonstrate a strong record of meeting specifications and delivering items without issues. Failure to meet specifications or delivering expired items will result in documentation and potential placement on a "do not award" list for future solicitations.
Submission Requirements
Bids must be emailed to jriffe@bop.gov. When submitting prices, if your quantities (e.g., case count) differ from what is posted, you must perform calculations to match what your price would be as if you were delivering the posted quantities, and annotate these calculations on the bid sheet. Your actual case count and price should also be posted. Failure to provide these calculations will result in the line item bid price not being accepted. All bids must include CASE COUNT or WEIGHT ON BID. Offerors must complete representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Joe Riffe, jriffe@bop.gov, 304-436-7386
- Secondary Contact: Jermaine Jackson, j1jackson@bop.gov, 304-436-7390