FY26 QTR 3 FCI MARION SUBSISTENCE
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, FCI Marion, is seeking bids for subsistence (food items) to cover the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 (April 1 - June 30, 2026). This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due February 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the provision of a comprehensive range of commercial food products. Key items include various types of beans, rice, pasta, canned goods, meats, poultry, fish, cheeses, and spices. Bidders must adhere to specific requirements regarding grade, preparation, and packaging for each item listed in the "Schedule of Supplies/Services." The place of performance is FCI Marion, Marion, IL 62959.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFQ/RFP), likely a fixed-price contract.
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Offer Due Date: February 24, 2026, 4:00 PM CT.
- Published Date: February 10, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors are required to complete blocks 12, 17, 23, and 24 of the solicitation document. Submissions must be made by emailing only the pages containing bids. Evaluation criteria were not detailed in the provided document summary.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference, with clause 52.212-5 attached. A detailed "Schedule of Supplies/Services" is included, outlining item numbers, descriptions, quantities, and units.