FMC CARSWELL 3rd Qtr. FY26 National Menu

SOL #: 15B50526Q00000007Award Notice

Overview

Buyer

Justice
Federal Prison System / Bureau Of Prisons
FMC CARSWELL
FORT WORTH, TX, 76127, United States

Place of Performance

Naval Air Station JRB, TX

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

PSC

Food, Oils And Fats (8945)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 10, 2026
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Last Updated
Apr 8, 2026

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 (BOP), specifically FMC Carswell, is soliciting quotes for the 3rd Quarter FY26 National Menu, encompassing a wide range of food and beverage items, along with disposable food service supplies. This is a a 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Set-Aside. Offers are due by February 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT.

Scope of Work

This solicitation (RFQ 15B50526Q00000007) seeks a comprehensive list of food and beverage items, including various types of beans, rice, pasta, flour, dairy products (including specific milk requirements), cereals, tofu, shortening, oils, margarine, dressings, sauces, spices, soups, meats (beef, chicken, pork, turkey, fish), canned fruits and vegetables, and baking mixes. Additionally, disposable food service items such as cups, trays, gloves, and trash bags are required. All items must adhere to USDA and FDA standards, with specific packaging and preparation methods detailed.

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
  • Period of Performance: Primarily April 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026.
  • Specific Exception: Milk (Item #0319 & #0320) requires weekly deliveries from April 5, 2026, to July 4, 2026.
  • Delivery Location: FMC Carswell, 1200 Meandering Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Delivery is FOB Destination.
  • Delivery Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM CST, excluding Federal holidays.
  • Solicitation Number: 15B50526Q00000007
  • NAICS Code: 311999 (Size Standard: $750 million)
  • Set-Aside: 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

Submission & Evaluation

  • Offer Due Date: February 26, 2026, 12:00 PM CT.
  • Submission Requirements: Bidders must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, and 24 of the solicitation form. The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Not explicitly detailed in the provided summaries, but standard submission instructions apply.

Contact Information

For inquiries, contact Eliud Karua at ekarua@bop.gov or 817-782-4257.

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