Vertical Baler
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 Prison Industries (FPI), operating as Unicor, is seeking quotes for a Firm-Fixed-Price, Definite Delivery-Definite Quantity contract to purchase one Vertical Baler for its Lompoc Recycling facility in Lompoc, CA. This requirement is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside and must comply with the Buy American Statute. Quotes are due by May 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
FPI requires one vertical downstroke hydraulic baler with specific minimum specifications:
- Type: Vertical downstroke hydraulic baler
- Motor: Minimum 20 HP
- Cycle Time: Maximum 60 seconds
- Platen Force: Minimum 80,000 lbs compression force
- Cylinder Rod: Minimum 4 inches
- Bale Size (Approximate): 60 inches (W) x 30 inches (D) x 48 inches (H)
- Bale Weight: Capable of producing bales between 1,000–1,600 lbs or greater
- Electrical Requirements: 208/230/460V, 3-phase
- Safety Features: Interlocked safety doors, multi-point safety switch system, and emergency stop controls.
The quote must include the baler, shipping FOB Destination to Unicor in Lompoc, and installation and testing to ensure proper operation. Delivery and installation are required within 30 days of award.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) leading to a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order.
- NAICS Code: 333998 (All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing), with a 700-employee small business size standard.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business.
- Acquisition Procedures: FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items) and Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures).
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: May 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Email signed and dated offers to wesley.newell2@usdoj.gov. Offers must include Solicitation No. SV0212-26, technical description, warranty terms, price, discount terms, and acknowledgment of amendments.
- Evaluation Factors: Price, technical capabilities, warranty, and lead time. Award will be based on the best overall value to the government.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued. Questions should be submitted in writing to wesley.newell2@usdoj.gov. The Contracting Officer is Wesley Newell.