Presolicitation (Amendment #6): 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) is issuing a presolicitation for Residential Reentry Center (RRC) and Home Confinement (HC) Services in Albany, New York. This opportunity seeks providers to manage RRC beds and HC placements for federal offenders, aiming for their reintegration into the community. The solicitation is anticipated to be released around April 30, 2026, with proposals due around June 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves providing comprehensive RRC services, including in-house beds, and HC services for federal offenders. Services must align with the "Residential Reentry Center, March 2022 SOW," which details requirements for managing and operating an RRC. The scope includes:
- Management and operation of an RRC for federal residents.
- Provision of comprehensive community-based services.
- Ensuring RRC operations are consistent with the BOP mission.
- Contractor responsibility for all personnel, management, equipment, supplies, and services.
- Specific procedures for resident intake, discipline, medical services, food services, and release.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with tiered prices.
- Duration: One-year base period and four one-year option periods.
- RRC Capacity: Guaranteed minimum of 21 beds, maximum of 42 beds (36 male, 6 female) per period.
- HC Capacity: Guaranteed minimum of 9 placements, maximum of 18 placements (male and female) per period, within a 200-mile radius of the RRC.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Solicitation Release (Estimated): On or about April 30, 2026.
- Proposal Due (Estimated): On or about June 30, 2026.
- Published: April 21, 2026.
Key Requirements
Contractors must comply with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and BOP policies. Key operational requirements include:
- Maintaining a written operations manual, sanitation plan, contingency plan, and emergency plans.
- Adherence to specific standards for facility conditions (air circulation, lighting, space).
- 24-hour staff coverage and strict security, accountability, and contraband control.
- Comprehensive resident programs, including case management and vocational training.
- Protection and indemnification of the U.S. Government from contractor negligence claims.
- Prohibition of alcohol and illegal drug use within the facility.
Additional Notes
The solicitation will be distributed solely through SAM.gov | Contract Opportunities. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring this site for updates. All responsible sources may submit a proposal.