Presolicitation (Amendment #3): Residential Reentry Center (RRC) and Home Confinement (HC) Services within the area of Albany, New York
Overview
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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), under the Department of Justice, has issued an Amendment #3 to a Presolicitation for Residential Reentry Center (RRC) and Home Confinement (HC) Services in Albany, New York. This will be an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with tiered prices, aimed at providing services for male and female Federal offenders. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about March 2, 2026, with an estimated closing date of May 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks providers for both in-house RRC beds and Home Confinement placements. Services must adhere to the "Residential Reentry Center, March 2022 SOW," which details requirements for managing and operating an RRC to facilitate offender reintegration into the community. The SOW emphasizes comprehensive community-based services, consistency with BOP's mission, and contractor responsibility for all personnel, management, equipment, and supplies.
Specific requirements include:
- RRC Beds: A guaranteed minimum of 21 beds (21 male, 0 female) and a maximum of 42 beds (36 male, 6 female) for the one-year base period and each of four one-year option periods.
- Home Confinement: A guaranteed minimum of 9 placements and a maximum of 18 placements (including both males and females) for the base period and each of four one-year option periods. The Home Confinement radius will be within 200 miles of the RRC.
Performance Standards & Special Requirements
Contractors must comply with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and BOP policies. Key operational requirements from the SOW include developing and maintaining written operations, sanitation, contingency, and emergency plans; adhering to specific facility standards; ensuring 24-hour staff coverage; implementing strict security, accountability, and contraband control procedures; and providing comprehensive resident programs (case management, vocational training, community reintegration). The contractor is also responsible for protecting and indemnifying the U.S. Government and BOP from claims arising from contractor negligence.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with tiered prices.
- Duration: One-year base period plus four one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Solicitation Release: On or about March 2, 2026.
- Estimated Closing Date: On or about May 2, 2026.
- Published Date: February 4, 2026 (Amendment #3).
Response Information
The solicitation will be distributed exclusively through SAM.gov. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the site for updates. No hard copies or telephone/written requests for the solicitation will be accepted.
Contact Information
- Primary: Janel Ramsey (j3ramsey@bop.gov)
- Secondary: Laurence Faytaren (lfaytaren@bop.gov)