FY26 USP ATWATER A1 QUARTERLY SUBSISTENCE MARCH 31 26
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 Bureau of Prisons (BOP), specifically USP Atwater, is soliciting quotes for A1 Quarterly Subsistence (edible food items) for the period ending March 31, 2026. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial items.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a comprehensive list of specific food items, including Kosher and Halal certified products, with detailed specifications for each item (e.g., type, size, ingredients, packaging). Strict adherence to item specifications is mandatory; no substitutions or alternate packaging will be accepted. All Kosher and Passover items must be from a Kosher Certified brand provider, and a Kosher Certificate must be included with the bid. Failure to provide this will result in forfeiture of the bid. The institution reserves the right to thaw products to ensure quality upon delivery.
Contract & Timeline
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) under NAICS code 311999 (All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing), with a small business size standard of 1-500 employees. Awards over $15,000 will be firm-fixed-price purchase orders paid electronically, while orders under $15,000 will be paid using a government purchase card. Delivery of awarded items is required to begin "As Soon As Practical" from the date of receiving the award, with all items delivered no later than March 31, 2026, 12:30 P.M. PST. Awards not delivered by this deadline are subject to termination per FAR 52.212-4.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made on a best value basis per line item, considering past performance, price, and delivery time. Quoters capable of delivering at the beginning of the delivery period will be evaluated more favorably. Responsible offerors must incorporate all shipping costs and any other internal processing costs into their bid price.
Submission Requirements
Quotes are due via email to ATW-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov no later than Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. PST. Bidders are advised to include a completed copy of provision 52.212-3 with their offers if their Representations & Certifications are not current in SAM. If you cannot meet the delivery deadline, do not bid.
Important Notes
All questions regarding this solicitation must be directed via email to the Contracting Officer, D. Kelly, at ATW-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov. Phone inquiries will not be responded to.