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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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 comprehensive range of food and disposable service items. This opportunity is 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 seeks a wide variety of food and beverage items, including various beans, rice, pasta, flour, dairy products (milk, nonfat dry milk), cereals, tofu, shortening, oils, margarine, dressings, sauces, spices, soups, meats (beef, chicken, pork, turkey, fish), canned fruits and vegetables, baking mixes, gluten-free bread, and paper bags. It also includes disposable food service items such as cups, trays, gloves, and trash bags. Requirements specify adherence to USDA and FDA standards, particular packaging, and in some cases, specific preparation methods or ingredients.

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
  • Period of Performance: Most items are for April 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026. Milk (Item #0319 & #0320) requires weekly deliveries from April 5, 2026, to July 4, 2026.
  • Set-Aside: 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
  • NAICS Code: 311999, with a size standard of $750 million.
  • Offer Due Date: February 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT.

Submission & Evaluation

The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4. Bidders must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, and 24 of the solicitation form. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed, standard submission instructions apply.

Amendment Details

An amendment updated the specification for Item No. 0320 (milk) to require "Pasteurized, Dairy, Milk Pasteurized" from "Nonfat, skim to 2% No flavor." The offer due date was also extended to February 26, 2026.

Additional Notes

Delivery is FOB Destination to FMC Carswell, 1200 Meandering Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Deliveries are accepted Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM CST, excluding Federal holidays. The primary contact is Eliud Karua at ekarua@bop.gov or 817-782-4257.

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