FPC ALDERSON FY26 FOOD SERVICE QTR 3 SUBSISTENCE
Overview
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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 Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons (FPC Alderson) has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for FY26 Quarter 3 Subsistence items. This requirement covers a wide variety of food products to support the facility's food service operations in Alderson, West Virginia. Quotes are due by 8:00 AM EST on February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide various subsistence items as detailed in the National Menu Specifications Quote Sheet (Attachment A). Key categories include:
- Dry Goods: Beans, pasta, flour, rice, and spices.
- Perishables: Meats (beef, chicken, fish), dairy (cheese, eggs), and produce.
- Prepared Items: Pizza, tortillas, pastries, and sauces.
- Miscellaneous: Napkins, foil, and plastic wrap.
All items must meet specific National Menu standards. Deliveries must be palletized, temperature-controlled (frozen at 0°F or below; non-frozen at 34°F-40°F), and properly marked. Failure to meet delivery windows (7:00 AM - 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST) or quality standards may result in contract termination.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP).
- Award Structure: Single or multiple awards. Awards under $15,000 will be processed via Government Purchase Card.
- Performance Period: Delivery from April 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 8:00 AM EST.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible quoter providing the Best Value to the Government using a trade-off method. Evaluation factors include:
- Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
- Past Performance: Based on prior experience and similar performance history.
Additional Notes
Quotes must be submitted in PDF format via email to Ashley Tabor (atabor@bop.gov). No fax or mail-in quotes will be accepted. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov and include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and completed FAR 52.212-3 representations with their submission.