FMC LEXINGTON FY26 4TH QUARTER- SUBSISTENCE
Overview
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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 U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Medical Center (FMC) Lexington has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) 15B10926Q00000012 for subsistence items for its FY26 4th Quarter food service. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Quotes are due June 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the provision of a comprehensive range of subsistence items to support FMC Lexington's food service operations. The attached requirements worksheets detail specific food items, including various kosher and halal meals, meats, produce, dairy, pantry staples, and beverages, along with their quantities and units of measure. Deliveries are scheduled between July 1, 2026, and July 20, 2026, specifically from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM EST, excluding holidays and weekends, to FMC Lexington, 3301 Leestown Road, Lexington, KY 40511.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 15B10926Q00000012
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP). The Government anticipates making multiple awards based on pricing per line item.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 311999 (All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 700 employees
- Period of Performance/Delivery: July 1, 2026 - July 20, 2026
- Place of Performance: FMC Lexington, Lexington, KY
Evaluation Factors
Awards will be made to the responsible Quoter(s) offering the best value to the Government, considering:
- Past Performance (Go/No-Go): Evaluation of timeliness of deliveries and order accuracy/completeness. Documented instances of late, incomplete, or inaccurate deliveries will result in a "No-Go" determination.
- Price: Proposed prices will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness. Only Offerors receiving a "Go" rating for Past Performance will be considered eligible for award.
Submission Requirements & Deadlines
- Quote Due Date: June 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to both Brett Miracle (bmiracle@bop.gov) and Heather Surber (hsurber@bop.gov). Fax, hand-delivered, or mail-in quotes will not be accepted.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for 60 calendar days after the closing date.
- Questions: Interested quoters must submit questions via email to the contacts listed. Review all solicitation documents thoroughly before submitting questions.
- Required Forms: Bidders must complete the Contractor's Information Sheet (Quote Sheet) as part of their response.
Additional Notes
All future information, including amendments, awards, and cancellations, will be posted on SAM.gov. Awards over $15,000 will be FFP Purchase Orders, while those under $15,000 will be FFP Government Purchase Card transactions. Acceptance of the signed purchase order is required within 48 hours of delivery.