FMC CARSWELL 3rd Qtr. FY26 National Menu
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Prison System / Bureau of Prisons, 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 acquisition is a 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Set-Aside. Proposals are due by February 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (RFQ 15B50526Q00000007) details the procurement of numerous food 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, and gluten-free bread. 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 outlined. Notably, an amendment updated Item #0320 for milk to specify Pasteurized, Dairy, Milk Pasteurized required, from Nonfat, skim to 2% No flavor.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: Primarily April 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026. Milk deliveries (Items #0319 & #0320) will occur weekly from April 5, 2026, to July 4, 2026.
- Delivery: FOB Destination to FMC Carswell, 1200 Meandering Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Deliveries are accepted Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM CST, excluding Federal holidays.
- NAICS Code: 311999 (Food, Oils And Fats) with a size standard of $750 million.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: February 26, 2026, 12:00 PM CT.
- Set-Aside: 100% for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) concerns.
- Solicitation Number: 15B50526Q00000007.
- Instructions: 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 are not explicitly detailed but standard submission instructions apply.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Eliud Karua at ekarua@bop.gov or 817-782-4257.