FDC HOUSTON - 3RD QTR FY26- Food Service - Subsistence
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, FDC Houston has issued a Notice of Intent to directly solicit suppliers for a Firm-Fixed-Price supply contract for subsistence (Perishable Prepared Food). This action is designated as a 100% Small Business set-aside. It is crucial to note that a formal solicitation will NOT be posted on SAM.gov, and this notice is not a request for competitive proposals or quotations. The government intends to proceed with direct solicitation.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement of subsistence, specifically Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (NAICS 311991), to support the FDC Houston facility.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price supply contract
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (100% Small Business)
- Response Due: March 28, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: March 18, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice serves as an intent to solicit directly from suppliers under RFO FAR 12.201-1(2) and RFO FAR 19.104-1(a)(1). The government's decision not to solicit this action on SAM.gov is at its discretion. Interested parties should direct electronic responses and questions via email to the contracting point of contact. The Federal Bureau of Prisons is not responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.