FMC CARSWELL 3rd Qtr. FY26 Certified (Kosher) Menu
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 Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons (BOP) has issued a solicitation for the procurement of Certified (Kosher) Menu items for the 3rd Quarter of FY26 at FMC Carswell in Fort Worth, Texas. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside aimed at providing religiously compliant food products for the inmate population. Quotes are due by February 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide various kosher-certified food items, including but not limited to:
- Proteins: Individual servings of chunk light tuna in water and sardines in soybean oil.
- Condiments: Individual packets of mayonnaise, tartar sauce, tomato catsup, yellow mustard, and fat-free dressing.
- Spreads & Sweeteners: Fruit jelly, jams/preserves, and non-carbohydrate sugar substitutes.
Key Requirements:
- All items must strictly adhere to BOP Religious Diet Specifications.
- Every individual package must be marked with a recognized kosher certification hechsher.
- Deliveries must be palletized and meet specific temperature requirements (e.g., non-frozen perishables between 34°F and 40°F).
- Items will be awarded individually; more than one vendor may receive an award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (Purchase Order)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS Code: 311999 (All Other Food Manufacturing)
- Delivery Window: April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026
- Response Due Date: February 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible offeror providing the Best Value to the Government based on:
- Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
- Past Performance: Includes prior experience and similar performance history.
Note: Past performance is considered significantly more important than price.
Additional Notes
Quotes must be submitted via email only to ekarua@bop.gov using the provided solicitation document. Delivery vehicles must comply with specific bridge weight limits (Gross 49,000 lbs) at the facility.