FCI Safford FY 26 QTR4 Subsistence Menu

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a synopsis announcing the Federal Bureau of Prisons' intent to issue a solicitation for Quarterly Subsistence at the Federal Correctional Institution in Safford, Arizona. The acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• The primary requirement is "Quarterly Subsistence."

• Delivery is required on or before July 2, 2026.

• The NAICS code for this requirement is 311999.

• The small business size standard is 700 employees.

• The contract type will be Firm-Fixed Price.

• The Government reserves the right to make single or multiple awards.

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror(s) whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, considering Trade-Off, past performance, and price.

• The solicitation will be available on or after May 20, 2026.

• The due date for offers is May 31, 2026, no later than 2:00 p.m., Mountain Standard Time.

• All offerors must be registered in SAM (http://www.sam.gov).

• Offerors must complete their representation and certifications via the Online Representation and Certification Applications (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov.

• All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a written offer.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• The solicitation will be distributed solely through beta.SAM.gov (http://www.sam.gov/).

• Hard copies of the solicitation will not be made available.

• All future information, including amendments, will be distributed solely through beta.SAM.gov.

• Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the site for the most up-to-date information.

• For additional questions, contact (928)348-1360.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the acquisition of Quarterly Subsistence for the Federal Correctional Institution, Safford, Arizona. It contains all necessary information for submitting a quote for evaluation.

• The primary deliverable is Quarterly Subsistence.

• Bidders must carefully follow all instructions within the solicitation package regarding content, format, and submission of quotes.

• Not explicitly stated in this cover letter, but it accompanies the full solicitation package.

• Deadline: May 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. MST (Mountain Standard Time).

• Submission Method: Via email to rluzania@bop.gov.

• Prohibited Methods: Faxed bids or hand-carried quotes will NOT be accepted.

• Quotes submitted to locations other than the specified email will not be processed.

• Quotes received after the deadline will be processed per Federal Acquisition Regulation 52.212-1(f).

• Not specified in this cover letter.

• Any questions should be directed via email to rluzania@bop.gov.

• For additional questions not addressed via email, contact Raymond Luzania at 928-348-1360.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Safford, for the procurement of food subsistence menu items for FY26 Quarter 4. The government is procuring a variety of food items to support the facility's needs.

The solicitation details a comprehensive list of food items required, including but not limited to:

• Various types of beans (dry, canned)
• Pastas (spaghetti, macaroni)
• Rice
• Soy Protein Products
• Tofu
• Vegetable oils
• Butter and Margarine
• Mayonnaise and Salad Dressings
• Mustard, Pickle Relish, Jelly
• Sugars
• Taco Shells, Tortillas
• Canned vegetables (tomatoes, spinach, corn, peas, etc.)
• Spices (basil, chili powder, garlic powder, thyme, etc.)
• Meats (ground beef, beef roast, chicken breast, Italian sausage, pork roast, turkey roast)
• Cheeses (cheddar, mozzarella, cottage, sour cream)
• Beverage Mix

Each item has specific requirements regarding type, grade, packaging, and sometimes origin (e.g., U.S. grown). Specific attention is paid to freshness, expiration dates, and labeling.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: May 20, 2026 - July 2, 2026

• Quotations are due by close of business on May 31, 2026, at 14:00 AZT.

• Quotations must be submitted to the issuing office (Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Safford).

• The document references "See Continuation Sheet(s)" for the full schedule, indicating detailed item specifications and quantities.

• Standard Form 18 is used for the quotation.

• The RFQ is marked "IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE."

• This is a request for information, and submitted quotations are not considered offers.

• Vendors unable to quote are requested to indicate so and return the form.

• The government is not liable for costs incurred in quotation preparation.

• The document includes various FAR clauses incorporated by reference, such as "Buy American-Supplies" and "Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights."