FCI McDowell 4th Qtr FY 26 SUBSISTENCE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), FCI McDowell, under the Department of Justice, is soliciting bids for Subsistence (food and beverage items) for the 4th Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for delivery to Welch, WV. Bids are due by May 22, 2026, at 01:00 ET.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of a wide range of food and beverage items, including various canned goods, rice, pasta, cereals, dairy products (butter, cheese), tofu, dressings, pickles, tortillas, condiments (catsup), spices, soup bases, and various meats (ground beef, roasts, chicken, fish, Italian sausage). The specific quantities and units for each item are detailed in the "Abstract of Bids" document. Delivery is FOB destination.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: 15B12226Q00000016
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 8945 (Food, Oils And Fats)
- Place of Performance: FCI McDowell, Welch, WV 24801
- Offer Due Date: May 22, 2026, 01:00 ET
- Delivery: FOB destination, for the 4th Quarter FY26.
Submission & Evaluation
Bidders must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30 on Standard Form 1449. Emailed bids should be sent to jriffe@bop.gov. Evaluation 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 weighted at 75%. Bidders must accurately calculate prices to match posted quantities if their case counts differ, and include case weight on all bids.
Important Notes
The agency has strict requirements regarding product quality and delivery. Submitting items with expired dates or those not meeting specifications will result in the vendor being placed on a "do not award" list for the subsequent quarter, and repeated issues may void future bids. Unpleasant communication regarding rejected items will also negatively impact future interactions.