MDC GUA - Kosher - 3rd QTR - FY-26

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document announces the Metropolitan Detention Center Guaynabo, Puerto Rico's intent to issue a solicitation for its 3rd Quarterly Food Items (Kosher) for Fiscal Year 2026. The contract type will be a Firm-Fixed Price. This acquisition is a 100% small-business set-aside.

• Procurement of Kosher food items for the 3rd Quarter of FY-2026.

• All items must meet specifications, including specific temperature requirements for frozen and non-frozen items, and must be marked with the Kosher Symbol for certified religious diet items.

• Items must comply with BOP National Menu Specifications.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026.

• Anticipated Award Date: March 23, 2026.

• The solicitation will be available on or about March 2, 2026, on SAM.gov.

• Quotes must be submitted by 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time on March 9, 2026.

• Quotes must be legible and typed; handwritten items may not be considered.

• Facsimile quotes are not permitted; emailed quotes should be sent to GUA-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov.

• The government reserves the right to award item by item, in groups, or in aggregate.

• Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose offer is most advantageous.

• 100% small-business set-aside.

• Restricted to offerors meeting applicable small-business size standards.

• Faith-Based and Community-Based Organizations are eligible to submit quotes.

• Contractors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• Hard copies of the solicitation will not be available.

• All future information, including amendments, will be distributed solely through SAM.gov.

• Vendors must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

• Failure to complete required representations and certifications may result in non-consideration.

• All communication regarding the solicitation must be in writing to the Contracting Officer.

• Delivery schedules must be adhered to; failure to do so may result in rejection or re-award.

• Invoices must be e-mailed to GUA-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov. No faxed invoices accepted.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a synopsis for a solicitation by the Federal Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Detention Center Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, for the procurement of 3rd Quarterly Food Items (Kosher) for Fiscal Year 2026. Deliveries are scheduled to commence on April 1, 2026.

• Procurement of 3rd Quarterly Food Items (Kosher) for FY-2026.

• Deliveries to begin on April 1, 2026.

• Quotes must be F.O.B. Destination.

• Vendors may be required to provide samples of product quoted prior to award.

• Offers must complete FAR Provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• NAICS Code: 311991.

• The solicitation will be available on or about March 2, 2026, and posted on the SAM website (Home | SAM.gov).

• Quotes must be submitted by 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time on March 9, 2026.

• Quotes should be emailed to GUA-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov.

• Typed quotes are preferred; handwritten quotes may be considered ineligible.

• Facsimile quotes are not permitted.

• The anticipated award date is on or about March 23, 2026.

• This acquisition is a 100% small-business set-aside.

• It is restricted to offerors meeting the applicable small-business size standard.

• Faith-Based and Community-Based Organizations are eligible to submit quotes.

• All contractors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.

• Hard copies of the solicitation will not be available.

• All future information, including amendments, will be distributed solely through the SAM website.

• Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the SAM site for updates.

• The point of contact for information is Shedaly Martinez-Mass, Supervisory Contract Specialist.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of various Kosher food items for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, MDC Guaynabo, for the 3rd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. The government is procuring these items to meet the dietary needs of inmates.

The solicitation details a schedule of specific Kosher food items, including:

• Kosher Tuna, Chunk Light in Water (Individual packages)
• Kosher Sardines in Soybean Oil (Individual packages)
• Kosher Cereal (Individual packages, various types)
• Kosher Oatmeal, Instant, Plain (Individual packets)
• Kosher Farina, Instant, Plain (Individual packets)
• Kosher Bread, Whole Wheat, Individually Wrapped
• Kosher Vegetable Juice (Sealed Pouch or Can)
• Kosher Margarine (Individual packages)
• Kosher Coffee, Instant (Individual serving packets)
• Kosher Fruit Flavored Drink Powder (Individual serving packets)
• Certified Kosher Parve Pastries, Desserts, Assorted (Individual, Fresh or Frozen)

Key requirements include that individual packages must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher, and some items may be adjusted to the next highest case count. Bidders must specify package size on their bid.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026 (for all listed items)

• NAICS Code: 311991

• Size Standard: Not specified, but the solicitation includes set-asides for small businesses.

• Offer Due Date: March 9, 2026, 10:00 AM local time.

• Submission Instructions: Bidders must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30 of the solicitation form. Payment will be made by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

• Evaluation Criteria: The solicitation indicates set-asides for small businesses, including HUBZone, WOSB, EDWOSB, and 8(a). Specifically, 52.219-4 (Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns) and 52.219-6 (Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside) are checked, along with 52.219-29 (Notice of Set-Aside for EDWOSB) and 52.219-30 (Notice of Set-Aside for WOSB). This suggests evaluation will consider these set-aside preferences.

This solicitation is set aside for small businesses, with specific preferences indicated for HUBZone, Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), and 8(a) concerns.

• The solicitation is issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, MDC Guaynabo.
• Standard Form 1449 is used for this solicitation.
• FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 are attached or incorporated by reference.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the procurement of 3rd Quarterly Food Items (Kosher) for Fiscal Year 2026 by the Metropolitan Detention Center Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. The contract type will be Firm-Fixed Price. This acquisition is a 100% small-business set-aside.

• Procurement of Kosher food items for the 3rd Quarter of FY-2026.

• All deliveries must be palletized unless prior arrangements are made.

• Non-frozen, perishable foods must be delivered between 34-40 degrees F.

• Canned goods must be delivered above 34 degrees F and not frozen.

• Frozen foods must be delivered at 0 degrees F or below.

• Any product indicating prior thawing will be refused.

• All certified religious diet items must be marked with the Kosher Symbol.

• Items must comply with BOP National Menu Specifications. Contractors must obtain a copy of these specifications prior to quoting.

• Deliveries are on a first-come first-served basis.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026.

• Delivery Schedules:

  • Schedule #1: Single shipment between April 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026.
  • Schedule #2: Two equal shipments, first between April 1-21, 2026, second between June 1-22, 2026.
  • Schedule #3: Item Specific Schedule, starting April 1, 2026, with delivery varying by need.

• Delivery Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM (closed for lunch 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM).

• No deliveries on Saturdays, Sundays, or Federal Holidays (specifically noted: May 26, 2026, and June 19, 2026).

• Solicitation availability: On or about February 18, 2026, via SAM.gov.

• Quote Submission Deadline: March 6, 2026, by 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.

• Quotes must be submitted to the address specified in the solicitation.

• Hard copies of the solicitation will not be available.

• All future information, including amendments, will be distributed solely through SAM.gov.

• Quotes must be legible and typed (handwritten quotes may be rejected).

• Facsimile quotes are not permitted.

• E-mailed quotes must be sent to GUA-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov.

• Anticipated Award Date: March 23, 2026.

• Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose offer is most advantageous to the Government.

• The Government reserves the right to award item by item, or in groups of items, or in aggregate.

• 100% small-business set-aside.

• Restricted to offerors meeting applicable small-business size standards.

• Faith-Based and Community-Based Organizations are eligible to submit quotes.

• Contractors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to award.

• Vendors must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

• Missing, changed, or incomplete data may result in elimination from consideration.

• All quotes must be F.O.B. Destination.

• Standard Form 1449, Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items, must be completed (Blocks 17a, 20, 30a, 30b, 30c).

• Prospective offerors must submit Annual Representations and Certifications via the On-line Representations and Certifications Application (System for Award Management) at SAM.gov.

• Communication regarding the solicitation must be in writing to the Contracting Officer. Technical questions can be emailed to Shedaly Martinez-Mass at smartinez@bop.gov and GUA-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov.

• Invoices must be e-mailed to GUA-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov. Payment terms are not to be discussed with accounting unless there is a valid payment complaint.

• Performance issues, including failure to meet delivery schedules or specifications, will be noted and may affect future awards.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of Kosher food items for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, MDC Guaynabo, for the 3rd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. The government is procuring a variety of individual-serving kosher food products.

• The solicitation details specific kosher food items, including but not limited to:

  • Kosher Tuna, Chunk Light in Water (Individual, 4-6 oz)
  • Kosher Sardines in Soybean Oil (Individual, 3-6 oz)
  • Kosher Cereal (Individual, 0.81-2 oz)
  • Kosher Oatmeal, Instant, Plain (Individual Packet, 1 oz)
  • Kosher Farina, Instant, Plain (Individual Packet, 1 oz)
  • Kosher Bread, Whole Wheat, Individually Wrapped
  • Kosher Vegetable Juice (Sealed Pouch or Can, 5-7 oz)
  • Kosher Margarine (Individual, 1.5 oz)
  • Kosher Coffee, Instant (Individual Serving Packet)
  • Kosher Fruit Flavored Drink Powder (Individual Serving Packet)
  • Certified Kosher Parve - Pastries, Desserts, Assorted (Individual, Fresh or Frozen)

• All individual food packages must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher.

• Specific requirements for certain items include: tuna may contain soy/vegetable broth; cereal must be marked with kosher certification; vegetable juice must be tomato-based with at least five additional vegetable products and have an easy-open top; margarine must be shelf-stable; coffee and drink powder packets must make 1-8 oz serving when reconstituted; pastries/desserts must be thaw-and-serve.

• The total amount for each item may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

• Bidders must specify package size on their bid.

• The period of performance for all items is from April 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026.

• The contract type is likely Firm Fixed Price, as indicated in Block 23.

• The solicitation issue date is February 18, 2026.

• The offer due date is March 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time.

• The solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ).

• This acquisition is set aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) at 100%.

• It also includes set-asides for Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).

• Other set-asides indicated include Total Small Business Set-Aside, HUBZone Small Business, and Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 311991.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4, with addenda.

• FAR 52.212-5 is also attached, implementing various statutes and executive orders.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a synopsis from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Metropolitan Detention Center Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, announcing their intent to procure 3rd Quarterly Food Items (Kosher) for Fiscal Year 2026. The acquisition is a Firm-Fixed Price contract.

• Procurement of 3rd Quarterly Food Items (Kosher) for FY-2026.

• Deliveries are scheduled to commence on April 1, 2026.

• Quotes must be F.O.B. Destination, at Metropolitan Detention Center Guaynabo, Highway 28 Intersection of Road 165, Guaynabo P.R. 00965-2007.

• Vendors may be required to provide samples of product quoted prior to award.

• Offers must complete FAR Provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• NAICS Code: 311991.

• The solicitation will be available on or about February 18, 2026, and posted on the SAM website (SAM.gov).

• Quotes must be submitted by 10:00 AM eastern standard time on March 6, 2026.

• The anticipated date of award is on or about March 23, 2026.

• Hard copies of the solicitation will not be available.

• All future information, including amendments, will be distributed solely through SAM.gov.

• Completed offers shall be e-mailed to GUA-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov.

• Quotes must be eligible and typed; handwritten quotes will not be considered. Facsimile quotes are not permitted.

• This acquisition is a 100% small-business set-aside and is restricted to offerors meeting the applicable small-business size standard.

• Faith-Based and Community-Based Organizations are eligible to submit quotes.

• All contractors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.

• Interested parties are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for the most up-to-date information.

• The point of contact for information regarding this solicitation is Shedaly Martinez-Mass, Supervisory Contract Specialist.