FMC CARSWELL 3rd Qtr. FY26 National Menu
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 (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.