Residential Reentry Center Located Within the City limits of Raleigh, North Carolina. Home Confinement Radius is Within 200 miles of the Facility

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides a clarification regarding the handling of proprietary and confidential information within responses to the BOP RFI Solicitation No. 15BRRC26R00000016.

• Proprietary Information Segregation: The Bureau clarifies that respondents do not need to submit proprietary information in a separate attachment. Instead, respondents should indicate on each page of their response which information they wish to be exempt from disclosure under FOIA Exemption 4.
• Marking Requirements: Respondents must clearly mark any proprietary or competition-sensitive information within their response. This includes indicating on each page that it should be exempt from disclosure under FOIA Exemption 4.

This clarification provides guidance on how to properly submit responses containing proprietary information, ensuring compliance with the RFI's disclaimer and FOIA Exemption 4 requirements.

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 U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services.

• Management and operation of an RRC for federal residents.

• Ensuring the RRC operates consistently with the BOP's mission to protect society by confining individuals in safe, humane, cost-efficient, and secure facilities, providing opportunities for self-improvement to assist inmates in becoming law-abiding citizens.

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

• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, Executive Orders, case law, and court orders. The most stringent standard applies in case of conflict.

• Development and maintenance of a current contingency plan for service continuity during unforeseen circumstances (e.g., employee actions, natural disasters, pandemics).

• Subcontracting no more than 30% of contract requirements.

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

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

• Protection and indemnification of the U.S. Government and BOP from claims arising from contractor negligence.

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

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

• Provision of electronic media (email, internet access) for RRC staff.

• Utilization of BOP-approved internet transmission methods for protected resident information.

• Compliance with all non-restricted BOP Policies and Program Statements available on www.bop.gov.

Not explicitly stated in the provided sections, but implies ongoing operation of an RRC facility.

• Personnel: Requirements for RRC Director, Employment Placement Specialist, Case Manager, and other staff, including education, experience, and training. 24-hour staff coverage is required.

• Facility: Compliance with health, safety, environmental laws, regulations, and building codes. Specific requirements for air circulation, lighting, space, lavatories, laundry, computer access, room temperature, and general facility operations.

• Life Safety: Compliance with fire and safety standards, including NFPA codes, emergency plans, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, and emergency lighting.

• Sanitation & Environment: Maintenance of a sanitation and housekeeping plan, pest control, and trash removal.

• Electrical Safety: Compliance with electrical codes, including GFCI requirements, panel box standards, and extension cord limitations.

• Hazardous Communications/Chemical Control: Written plan for storage, handling, and accountability of chemicals and PPE, including universal precautions.

• Pest Control & Waste Management: Procedures for pest control and trash removal.

• Referral and Intake Processing: Policy and procedures for resident referral, intake, and admission, including medical and mental health screening, and DNA sample collection.

• Programs: Resident Case Management (IPP, Progress Reviews, PRT), Community Corrections, Pre-Release, Home Confinement, Individual Orientation, Recreation, Employment, Resident's Financial Responsibility, Resident Release Development, Driving privileges, Community Treatment Services (CTS), Special Supervision Conditions, and Marriage.

• Escape Procedures: Procedures for reporting and managing resident escapes.

• Serious Illness, Injury or Death: Procedures for immediate notification and handling of such events.

• USPO Cases: Specific procedures for residents under U.S. Probation Office supervision.

• Research and Evaluation: Contractor participation in BOP-directed research studies.

• BOP Inspections: Contractor acceptance of and cooperation with various types of BOP inspections (pre-occupancy, full monitoring, interim, remote).

• Deductions and Reimbursements: Procedures for deductions and reimbursements related to contract performance and inspections.

• Attachment A: Request for Contract Staff Background Investigation

• Attachment B: Elements of the Medical Examination for Residents Committed Directly to the RRC

• Attachment C: Initial Intake Form

• Attachment D: Request for DNA Collection

• Attachment E: DNA Fact Sheet

• Attachment F: Individualized Program Plan

• Attachment G: Urinalysis Procedures

• Attachment H: Required First Aid Kit Contents

• Attachment I: Request for Approval for Medical Treatment and Reimbursement

• Attachment J: Residential Reentry Center Bi-Weekly Home Confinement Review Form

• Attachment K: Conditions of Home Detention

• Attachment L: Home Confinement Review Fact Sheet

• Attachment M: Resident Survey

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 U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services.

The contractor is responsible for furnishing all personnel, management, equipment, supplies, and services necessary for the operation of the RRC. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Administration and Organization
• Personnel management and staffing
• Facility compliance with all applicable laws and codes
• Life safety, sanitation, and environmental controls
• Hazardous materials management
• Pest control and waste management
• Referral, intake, and release procedures
• Resident programs including case management, education, vocational training, employment assistance, recreation, and community reintegration
• Home confinement and community corrections components
• Security and accountability measures
• Discipline procedures
• Medical and mental health services
• Food services
• Records and reporting
• Research and evaluation participation
• Handling of serious illness, injury, or death, and escape procedures
• Specific procedures for USPO cases
• Deductions and reimbursements

Not specified in the provided document excerpt, but implies a contract for an RRC facility.

• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders.
• Maintenance of written policies and procedures for all aspects of operation.
• Development and implementation of a contingency plan for service continuity.
• Strict adherence to security, accountability, and resident safety standards.
• Prohibition of alcohol sales or presence within the facility.
• Contractor is responsible for all costs unless explicitly stated otherwise.
• Specific requirements for staff training, background checks, and employee standards of conduct.
• Utilization of BOP-approved electronic applications and systems.
• Maintenance of accurate records and documentation.
• Compliance with PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) standards.
• Drug and alcohol testing program for residents.
• Management of resident finances and financial obligations.

Request for Information (RFI)

This RFI is issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to gather information from potential sources regarding the feasibility of providing Residential Reentry Center (RRC) services, including Home Confinement (HC) placements, within the city limits of Raleigh, North Carolina. The home confinement radius is within 200 miles of the facility. The BOP is seeking to determine if qualified sources exist for an anticipated upcoming solicitation for an IDIQ contract. The anticipated requirement includes a maximum of 55 HC placements and 44 in-house RRC beds (34 male, 10 female).

• Scope: RRC services and Home Confinement placements within Raleigh, NC city limits, with a 200-mile HC radius.
• Anticipated Contract: IDIQ contract with a guaranteed minimum and estimated maximum number of placements.
• Services: All services will be solicited under a single procurement.

Vendors are encouraged to provide responses to specific questions related to:

• Experience in providing RRC services.

• State and local ordinances/restrictions affecting services.

• Local area concerns and community support for RRC programs.

• Feasibility of finding suitable locations and zoning issues.

• Availability of local/public transportation.

• Conduciveness of the location for inmates to find employment.

• Unique laws or regulations applicable to RRC services.

• Laws precluding housing certain types of inmates (e.g., sex offenders).

• Environmental issues/concerns.

• Standard pricing methodology (per diem rates, tiered structures).

• Zoning issues regarding housing different types of offenders.

• Questions Deadline: May 11, 2026, submitted to Ifaytaren@bop.gov.

• RFI Responses Deadline: May 28, 2026, by 2:00 p.m. (EDT), emailed in PDF format to Ifaytaren@bop.gov.

• Required Information in Response: Company contact details, socio-economic category (HUBZone, 8(a), Small Business, etc.), and NAICS codes.

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

• The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI.

• Responders should not submit proposals, offers, white papers, or marketing materials.

• Providing responses does not automatically include responders in the acquisition process.

• All information received will become Government property. Proprietary information should be clearly marked.