FCI TALLADEGA 4TH QTR 281 Kosher/Halal Presolicitation
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 Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Talladega, AL, intends to issue a solicitation for Quarterly Subsistence – Religious Certified Kosher and Halal food items. This is a Presolicitation for a firm-fixed price contract, with deliveries scheduled for the 4th quarter of 2026. Quotations are anticipated to be due by June 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of Religious Certified Kosher and Halal food items. Deliveries will be FOB Destination to the Federal Correctional Institution, Talladega, 565 E Renfroe RD, Talladega, Alabama 35160.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.
- Period of Performance: Deliveries will begin July 1, 2026, and end September 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Solicitation Release: On or about May 28, 2026, on www.sam.gov.
- Anticipated Quote Due Date: June 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
- Published Date: May 27, 2026.
The Government reserves the right to make single or multiple awards. Payment will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or Government Purchase Card for awards less than $10,000.00.
Evaluation
Quotations will be evaluated on price and past performance. Vendors with poor past performance (e.g., failure to deliver, not meeting specifications) may be considered non-responsible. Offerors must include shipping in all pricing.
Additional Notes
Interested parties are responsible for monitoring www.sam.gov for the solicitation (15B31326Q00000018) and all future information, including amendments. The primary point of contact is B. Jones, Contract Specialist, at FCI Talladega, (256) 315-4151, or via email at b7jones@bop.gov. Completed offers may be emailed or mailed to B. Jones.