15B61826Q00000007 -FY26 A1 QUARTERLY SUBSISTENCE JUNE 30 2026
Overview
Buyer
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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
The Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons (USP Atwater) is soliciting bids for FY26 A1 Quarterly Subsistence (edible food items) under a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) 15B61826Q00000007. This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 311999, 1-500 employees). The requirement is for a comprehensive list of food items to be delivered to USP Atwater, CA. Bids are due by May 31, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. PST.
Scope of Work
The requirement covers a comprehensive list of edible food items, including various meats, poultry, fish, vegetables, fruits, dairy, grains, and pantry staples. All quoted items must strictly meet stated specifications on the bid sheet; no substitutions or alternate items/packaging will be accepted. Items must comply with Federal, State, and local regulations, National Menu Specifications, and FDA Food Safety Rules. Specific requirements include Kosher/Passover certifications for applicable items, which must be provided with the bid. Non-frozen perishables must be delivered between 34-40°F, canned goods above 34°F, and frozen foods at 0°F or below.
Contract Details
This is an RFQ, and awards will be based on best value per line item and vendor's past performance. Orders over $15,000 will be firm-fixed price purchase orders, paid electronically. Orders under $15,000 will be paid via government purchase card. Failure to accept an award for a quoted item will be documented as poor performance and may negatively affect future eligibility. Responsible offerors must incorporate shipping and internal processing costs into their bid price.
Submission & Evaluation
Bids must be submitted via email to ATW-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov no later than Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. PST. The basis for award is best value per line item and vendor's past performance, per FAR 12.203. Quoters capable of delivering at the beginning of the delivery period will be evaluated more favorably. All awarded items must be delivered to 1 Federal Way, Atwater, CA 95301, NO LATER THAN 12:30 P.M. PST on June 30, 2026. Awards not delivered by this deadline are subject to termination.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This solicitation is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. The applicable NAICS code is 311999, with a small business size standard of 1-500 employees.
Additional Notes
Bidders are advised to include a completed copy of provision 52.212-3 with their offers if their Representations & Certifications are not current in SAM. Failure to provide Kosher Certificates or name brand/manufacturer details for bid items will forfeit the bid. Questions must be directed via email to D. Kelly at ATW-BusinessOffice-S@bop.gov; phone inquiries will not be answered.