UNICOR Industry Day - Upholstery Fabric
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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
UNICOR (Federal Prison Industries - FPI) is hosting an in-person Industry Day on May 4, 2026, in Coleman, FL, to engage with industry partners providing high-quality upholstery fabrics for its furniture lines. This event serves as market research and is not a solicitation. Attendees must register and complete a background check by April 20, 2026, 3:30 p.m. EST.
Purpose & Scope
This Special Notice announces an Industry Day aimed at gathering information from industry partners regarding upholstery fabrics and related capabilities. UNICOR, a self-sustaining government corporation, provides job training to federal inmates by manufacturing products primarily for federal agencies. The event will focus on the needs of UNICOR's Office Furniture Group (OFG).
Event Details
- Date: May 4, 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST
- Location: FCC Coleman UNICOR, 846 NE 54th Terrace, Coleman, FL 33521
- Schedule: Includes FPI introductions, a factory tour, presentations, and one-on-one industry sessions (15 minutes presentation, 15 minutes Q&A per company).
Registration & Requirements
To attend, participants must complete and email the attached registration form and background clearance form to peyton.perry@usdoj.gov with the subject line: "UNICOR Industry Day, Sales and Marketing." The deadline for submission is April 20, 2026, 3:30 p.m. EST. The background check form (NCIC Criminal History Check) requires personal information and authorization for the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to obtain criminal history. Refusal may result in denial of entry.
Important Notes
- One-on-One Sessions: Limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis for companies indicating interest during registration.
- Restrictions: Laptops, mobile phones, electronic communication tools, and recording devices are strictly prohibited. Digital presentations must be in PDF or PowerPoint format and submitted in advance.
- Cost: The government will not reimburse any costs associated with attendance or participation.
- Set-Aside: None specified, as this is a Special Notice for market research.