FY26 4TH QTR DAIRY
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 (FCI Elkton), has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ), Solicitation Number 15B21626Q00000007, for Quarter 4 FY2026 Dairy Requirements. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for the procurement and delivery of whole milk and sour cream to FCI Elkton in Lisbon, OH. Quotes are due by June 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks vendors to supply specific dairy products for the period of July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026. The required items include:
- Sour Cream: 60 units of 5 LB containers, complying with CID A-A-20251 specifications.
- Whole Milk: 204,100 units of 1/2 pint (236.6 ml) containers, complying with CID A-A-20338A specifications. Deliveries are required weekly, typically on Mondays and Thursdays, between 7:30 AM and 2:00 PM EST, from July 2, 2026, to September 28, 2026. No deliveries will be accepted on weekends or federal holidays. All deliveries must be palletized and adhere to strict temperature requirements (34-41°F for perishable, 0°F for frozen). Items will be inspected upon delivery, and non-conforming supplies may require replacement at the vendor's expense.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial products, leading to a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order (for awards over $15,000) or Government Purchase Card transaction (for awards under $15,000).
- Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 - September 30, 2026.
- Award Structure: The Government anticipates a SINGLE award based on pricing per line item, with an "ALL OR NONE AWARD" condition, meaning bidders must be able to supply all listed items.
- Acceptance: Contractor signature required within 48 hours of signed purchase order delivery.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The applicable NAICS code is 311511 (Dairy Product Manufacturing), with a small business size standard of 1,150 employees. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to the responsible Quoter(s) providing the best value to the Government, based on:
- Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
- Past Performance: A Go/No-Go evaluation based on:
- Timeliness of Deliveries: Consistent record of on-time deliveries. Substantial delays will result in a "No-Go."
- Order Accuracy and Completeness: Track record of complete and accurate orders. Recurring issues will result in a "No-Go." Only Quoters receiving a "Go" rating for past performance will be considered eligible for award.
Submission Requirements
Quotes, including the completed Contractor's Information form and pricing on the Schedule of Supplies/Services, must be submitted via email to Logan Kress (lkress@bop.gov).
- Deadline: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time.
- Format: Email submission only; no fax, hand-delivered, or mail-in quotes.
- Validity: Quotes must be valid for 30 calendar days after the solicitation closes.
- Documentation: Bidders must review the solicitation, cover letter, quote sheet, clauses, provisions, and delivery schedule.
Important Notes
All future information, amendments, awards, and cancellations will be posted on SAM.gov. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the site. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov.