FCI Texarkana - Meats 4th Qtr FY2026
Overview
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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, Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Texarkana, Texas, is soliciting quotes for Meats and Cheese items for the 4th Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This Firm-Fixed Price contract, under NAICS code 311991 (Other Food Manufacturing), seeks to procure various food products. Quotes are due May 21, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the supply of specific meat and cheese products, including:
- Chicken Leg Quarters: 40,000 lbs total, 16-18oz, with split deliveries in July and August 2026. Products "under religious exemption" will be refused.
- Turkey, Boneless, Roast: 10,000 lbs, U.S. Grade A.
- Ground Beef: 10,000 lbs, 80% Lean, IMPS 136, 10lb rolls, 6 months or younger upon delivery. No organ or tongue meat. Products "under religious exemption" will be refused.
- Pork Roast, Pork Shoulder: 5,000 lbs, IMPS 406A.
- Beef Roast, Beef Top or Bottom Round: 5,000 lbs, various IMPS codes.
- Cheddar Cheese: 2,500 EA, U.S. Grade AA or A, shredded.
Substitutions for awarded items will not be accepted. Items must be delivered no later than July 15, 2026, to avoid cancellation, with specific delivery dates for chicken extending beyond this.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: 4th Quarter FY2026.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted. All responsible vendors may submit a proposal.
- NAICS Code: 311991 (Other Food Manufacturing), Size Standard: 500 Employees.
- Award Structure: Items 1 and 2 will be awarded as a group to one vendor. Items 3 through 5 will be awarded as a group to one vendor. Item 6 will be awarded individually. Award consideration will be given to vendors who bid on all items in each group. Awards under $15,000 will be paid via Government Purchase Card.
Submission & Evaluation
- Solicitation Release: Anticipated on or about May 6, 2026, via www.sam.gov.
- Quote Due Date: May 21, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Central Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Via email to Tex-ProcurementProp-s@bop.gov. Quotes should be submitted on SF 1449, letterhead stationery, or as specified in the solicitation.
- Evaluation Factors: Past Performance and Price. Past Performance will be rated higher than Price. The Government will award to the most advantageous offeror conforming to the solicitation.
- Anticipated Award Date: May 28, 2026.
Eligibility & Requirements
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov and complete their representations and certifications per FAR 52.212-3. Offerors must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) in their quotes and be able to accept Government purchase cards for payment.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Galo Morlet, Supervisory Contract Specialist, at 903-838-4587 or gmorlet@bop.gov, or Tanner Henson, Contract Specialist, at thenson@bop.gov.