FCI Sheridan 4th QTR Foods
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 U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Sheridan is soliciting quotes for its 4th Quarter Food requirement for FY26. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a wide variety of food and beverage items. The acquisition is issued as a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12. Quotes are due by May 26, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers the procurement of a comprehensive list of food and beverage items, including various types of beans, rice, pasta, meats (beef, chicken, turkey, fish), dairy products (milk, cheese, butter), spices, sauces, juices, and baked goods. Specific requirements for type, grade, form, packaging, and agricultural practices are detailed in the solicitation. Deliveries are F.O.B. Destination, scheduled between July 1 and July 15, 2026, to FCI Sheridan, OR. Special delivery instructions include driver responsibility for unloading, specific delivery hours (8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, excluding federal holidays), and strict temperature controls for perishable and frozen goods.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) leading to a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order (for awards >$15,000) or Government Purchase Card transaction (for awards <$15,000).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS: 311999 (All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing) with a size standard of 700 employees.
- Period of Performance: Deliveries July 1-15, 2026.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be based on an evaluation of:
- Price: Ensuring it is fair and reasonable.
- Past Performance: Including prior experience and similar performances.
- Technical: In the form of Product Offered, requiring identification of the product brand or manufacturer, and attachment of photos for most items.
Submission & Deadlines
- Quotes Due: May 26, 2026, by 8:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be in .pdf format and emailed ONLY to David Bryant at dmbryant@bop.gov. No fax, hand-delivered, or mail-in quotes will be accepted.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for 30 calendar days after the close date.
- Questions: Must be submitted via email to dmbryant@bop.gov at the earliest possible time. No phone calls.