FMC DEVENS Bread 4th Quarter
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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 U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons (FMC Devens), located in Devens, MA, has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for bread products for the 4th Quarter of FY2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, seeking multiple awards for various bread and bun items. Quotes are due by May 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the procurement of fresh bread products, including:
- Whole Wheat Bread, Slices (24 oz. loaf)
- Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns (16/Pkg)
- Whole Wheat Hot Dog Buns (16/Pkg)
- White Bread, Slices (24 oz. loaf)
All products must meet detailed specifications (e.g., CID, type, style, product state) and be delivered fresh, within 48 hours after baking. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination to FMC Devens, 36 Independence Drive, Building 1677, Devens, MA 01434, within 30 calendar days after receipt of order (ARO). The period of performance for deliveries is June 8, 2026, through September 30, 2026. Preferred delivery days are Tuesday and Thursday, between 7:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. EST. All deliveries must be palletized and meet specific temperature requirements for perishable goods.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Type: Request for Quote (RFQ)
- NAICS: 311812 (Bakery and Cereal Products)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order for awards above $15,000; Government Purchase Card (GPC) for awards below $15,000.
- Issuance Date: May 11, 2026
- Closing Date: May 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST
Evaluation & Award
The Government intends to make multiple awards based on pricing per line item, selecting the responsible quoter(s) providing the Best Value. Evaluation factors include:
- Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
- Past Performance: Consideration of prior experience, similar performance history, late deliveries, missing items, and frequent substitutions.
- Delivery: Documented history of on-time deliveries and reliability.
Submission Instructions
Quotes must be submitted via email only to both Eve Rivera-White (eriverawhite@bop.gov) and Eli Berry (e1berry@bop.gov). Quotes must be valid for 30 calendar days after the closing date. Offerors must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be actively registered in SAM.gov at the time of quote, award, and through final payment. Questions must also be submitted via email; no phone calls will be accepted.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. Applicable FAR provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference, including 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 (with specific clauses like 52.219-6 for Total Small Business Set-Aside).