FPI UNICOR BASTROP WIRE HARNESSES
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 Federal Prison Industries, Inc. (UNICOR), under the Department of Justice, is soliciting proposals for Wire Harnesses for vehicle components at its Bastrop, TX facility. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside combined synopsis/solicitation issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP). The government intends to make one award based on Best Value. Proposals are due June 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of specific wire harnesses for vehicle uplift, which may include hardware, material, and instructions.
- Item 00001 (CH15V2): A 15-circuit, high-profile wire harness. It must be single plug capable for various hand-held siren controllers and include a single cable attachment for interior lightbar programming modules. Compatibility with lightbars with programming modules is essential. The harness should be full extension, customizable for all vehicles, and include front, center, and rear standard wire harnesses, an enclosed fuse box with a timer, and labeled circuits. It must be equivalent to part# CH15.1.UNICOR.V2.
- Item 00002 (CH26V1): A 26-circuit, high-profile wire harness. This must be dual or single plug capable for console and hand-held siren controllers, with a single data cable attachment to programming modules for interior or exterior lightbars. It needs to be full extension, customizable for all vehicles, and capable of reaching aftermarket consoles and the front/rear of the vehicle. Specifications include front, center, and rear standard wire harnesses, an enclosed fuse box with labeled circuits and a timer. It must be equivalent to part# CH26.2.UNICOR.V1.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Proposal)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 332618 (Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 6145 (Wire And Cable, Electrical)
- Award Type: Single award, Best Value
- Place of Performance: UNICOR Federal Prison Industries, 1341 Hwy. 95 N., Bastrop, TX 78602
- Published Date: June 15, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: June 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time (Bastrop, TX)
- Anticipated Award Date: June 23, 2026
- Delivery Date: Deliveries must be completed by July 21, 2026.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made to the responsible business whose quote is most advantageous to the Government based on Best Value. Evaluation factors include:
- PRICE
- TECHNICALLY ACCEPTABLE
- DELIVERY (ARO)
- PAST PERFORMANCE Awards will be issued via Purchase Card or SF-1449.
Submission Details
Quotations must be received electronically. All questions regarding requirements, specifications, or the solicitation process must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer. No questions will be answered via telephone.
Point of Contact
Chelsea Walker, Contracting Officer Email: Chelsea.walker3@usdoj.gov