USP MARION - Q4 FY26 SUBSISTENCE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), specifically FCI Marion, is soliciting bids for Q4 FY26 Subsistence requirements. This opportunity, a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, is for Special Dietary Foods And Food Specialty Preparations (PSC 8940) to be procured through the Unison Marketplace. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bids are due May 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the provision of subsistence items, categorized under Special Dietary Foods And Food Specialty Preparations, for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 at FCI Marion, located in Illinois. The procurement will utilize the Unison Marketplace platform, which streamlines competitive bidding for commodities and services.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 21, 2026, 08:30 AM Z
- Published: May 7, 2026
- Platform: Unison Marketplace (link provided in the original description)
Procurement Process & Relevance to Bidders
This procurement will be conducted via the Unison Marketplace, an e-procurement platform designed to facilitate competitive bidding. The platform's process involves defining requirements, soliciting bids, engaging with vendors, and awarding contracts. Bidders should familiarize themselves with the Unison Marketplace's procedures, as outlined in the provided "Unison Marketplace Ordering Guide for BOP" and "Buyer Guide." These documents detail how requirements are posted, bids are managed, and awards are finalized, including potential use of 'One Buy' or 'Grouping/All or Nothing' methods. Understanding the buyer's workflow on this platform is crucial for effective bid preparation and submission. A Unison Marketplace fee (3.88% of awarded amount, capped at $16,500) is also applicable.
Contact Information
For support regarding the Unison Marketplace, contact Marketplace Support at marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com or 1-877-933-3243.