FY26 4TH QTR NON-SUBSISTENCE FOR FCC BUTNER
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 Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is soliciting offers for Non-Subsistence Products for the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Butner in Butner, North Carolina, for the 4th quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This acquisition is a 100% Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Set-Aside. Delivery of products is required between July 20, 2026, and July 31, 2026. Offers are due by June 5, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a comprehensive list of non-subsistence food items, including various types of dairy products, canned goods, grains, pasta, spices, and other food items (e.g., tofu, beverage mix, salt, sugar, tortillas). All items must comply with BOP National Menu Specifications, which contractors are responsible for obtaining prior to quoting.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: Delivery between July 20, 2026, and July 31, 2026. No deliveries accepted after July 31, 2026.
- Anticipated Award Date: June 17, 2026.
- Set-Aside: 100% Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB)
- NAICS Code: 311999 (All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 700 employees
- Solicitation Availability: On or after May 21, 2026, via SAM.gov.
- Offers Due: June 5, 2026, 8:00 a.m. EST.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Email offers to Andrew Merrill, Contract Specialist, at Amerrill@bop.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on Price and Past Performance.
- Mandatory Requirements: All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and complete electronic annual representations and certifications. Quoters must include their Unique Entity Identification (UEID) number. Failure to register may result in elimination from consideration.
- Late Offers: Handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
Delivery Requirements
Strict delivery protocols are in place:
- Delivery Window: July 20, 2026 – July 31, 2026, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
- Logistics: All deliveries must be palletized unless prior arrangements are made.
- Temperature Control: Non-frozen perishable foods require 34°F to 40°F; frozen foods require 0°F or below. Products showing signs of thawing will be refused.
- Product Compliance: Certified Religious Diet Items must be marked. All items are subject to close inspection and may require thawing/cooking for specification compliance.
- Acceptance: Receipt of delivery is conditional for three days for examination and testing. Items failing to meet specifications will be refused and must be picked up by the vendor within two weeks, or they will be disposed of at the vendor's expense. Failure to comply can negatively impact past performance.
Contact Information
All questions concerning this solicitation must be submitted in writing to Andrew Merrill, Contract Specialist, at amerrill@bop.gov.