Request For Information (RFI) - Residential Reentry Services for Female ONLY Located Within the City Limits of Detroit, Michigan

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for the management and operation of a Residential Reentry Center (RRC) that provides comprehensive community-based services for individuals in the custody of the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) or under the supervision of the United States Probation and Pretrial Services.

• Management and operation of an RRC for federal residents.

• Ensuring the RRC operates in a manner consistent with the BOP's mission to protect society by confining individuals in safe, humane, cost-efficient, and appropriately secure facilities.

• Providing opportunities for inmates and residents to develop skills for self-improvement and to practice law-abiding behavior upon release.

• Contractor is responsible for all personnel, management, equipment, supplies, and services necessary for contract performance.

• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, Executive Orders, case law, and court orders.

• Development and maintenance of a current contingency plan for service continuity during unforeseen circumstances.

• Provision of at least 70% of contract requirements by direct employees.

• Compliance with Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, and BOP policies regarding information release.

• Development of operational policies and procedures within 60 days of award.

• Protection, defense, indemnification, saving, and holding harmless the U.S. Government and BOP from claims arising from contractor's acts or omissions.

• Reporting of all criminal activity related to the contract to appropriate law enforcement agencies.

• Submission of requests for contract changes through the RRM to the Contracting Officer (CO).

• Provision of electronic media capabilities for communication and reporting.

Not explicitly detailed in this section, but implies ongoing operation of an RRC facility.

• Staffing requirements including qualifications for RRC Director, Employment Placement Specialist, and Case Manager.
• Specific staffing patterns and ratios based on contract size (major, moderate, minor).
• Background checks and approval for all contract employees working with federal residents.
• Development and implementation of a Contractor's Employee Standards of Conduct.
• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local health, safety, and environmental laws, regulations, and codes.
• Maintenance of accurate floor plans and facility compliance documentation.
• Provision of adequate air circulation, lighting, space, and furnishings.
• Establishment of a written sanitation and housekeeping plan.
• Implementation of a recycling program.
• Compliance with all local, state, and national electric codes.
• Establishment of a written plan for storage, issuance, handling, and accountability of chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Provision of pest control and waste management services.
• Development of written policy and procedures for resident referral and intake processing.
• Implementation of a drug and alcohol surveillance program.
• Establishment of procedures for searches and contraband control.
• Development of written policy and procedures for resident discipline.
• Establishment of a written grievance procedure.
• Compliance with FDA Food Code, BOP policy, and local, state, and federal regulations for food services.
• Provision of medical care and treatment, including emergency first aid, Naloxone, CPR, and telehealth access.
• Management of resident medications and expenses.
• Screening and medical examination of residents.
• Implementation of infectious disease control measures and an Exposure Control Plan.
• Assistance to residents in enrolling in health insurance plans.
• Maintenance of resident files and contract records.
• Procedures for documentation, billing, and quarterly reporting.
• Confidentiality of resident and contract information.
• Procedures for release, escape, and property disposition.
• Procedures for handling serious illness, injury, or death.
• Specific procedures for USPO cases.
• Participation in research and evaluation studies as directed by BOP.
• Compliance with BOP inspections and monitoring visits.

Request for Information (RFI)

This RFI is issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to gather market research and identify qualified sources capable of providing Residential Reentry Center (RRC) and Home Confinement services for female offenders within the city limits of Detroit, Michigan. The geographical radius for home confinement placements is within 150 miles of the facility. The anticipated solicitation is expected to result in an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• Estimated Maximum 12 In-House Beds.

• Estimated Maximum 7 Home Confinement Placements.

• Interested providers should submit input/questions by May 15, 2026.

• Responses should include a brief description of the provider's capability and any relevant feedback or considerations.

• Questions regarding the RFI must be submitted to Tana Jankowiak by May 15, 2026.

• Responses to the RFI are due via email by May 27, 2026, 2:00 p.m. (EDT).

• Responses to questions will be posted as an amendment on SAM.gov on or about May 22, 2026.

• Vendors are asked to include their Socio-economic listing (e.g., HUBZone, 8(a), Small Business, Veteran Owned, Women Owned) and North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes.

• This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment to issue an RFP.

• Responses are voluntary and will not influence the evaluation of any subsequent proposals.

• The document includes a questionnaire for vendors to complete, covering company information, socio-economic category, NAICS codes, and GSA Schedule information.