3rd Qtr FY26 Produce FPC Montgomery
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), FPC Montgomery, is soliciting proposals for 3rd Quarter FY26 Produce to supply various food service products to its facility in Montgomery, AL. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due by March 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of fresh fruits and vegetables for the period of April 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026. Key requirements include a variety of produce items such as apples, bananas, oranges, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, cilantro, cucumbers, onions, peppers, potatoes, and tomatoes. Specific grading standards, sizes, preparation (e.g., fresh cut, ready to eat), and packaging are detailed. Deliveries are required weekly, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., excluding Federal Holidays, from April 1st to April 15th, 2026.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Place of Performance: Federal Prison Camp Montgomery, Bldg. 1249 Maxwell AFB, Montgomery AL 36112
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: March 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Email only to jmferguson@bop.gov. Quotes received after the deadline or to other emails will not be considered.
- Instructions: Offerors must carefully follow all instructions in the solicitation package, including completing blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30 of the solicitation form and providing pricing in the "Schedule of Supplies/Services."
- Evaluation Factors: Past performance and price. Past performance will be rated higher than price. Award will be made to the responsible bidder whose offer is most advantageous to the Government.
- Registration Requirements: Bidders must be registered in SAM.gov and have completed the annual Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA). Failure to complete these may result in elimination from consideration.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: Submit in writing via email to jmferguson@bop.gov.
- Offer Due: March 11, 2026, 2:00 PM CST
- Delivery Period: April 1, 2026 - April 15, 2026
- Awarded Pricing Available: On or about April 1st - 15th, 2026, at www.beta.sam.gov.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist (Submission & General Questions): J. Ferguson (jmferguson@bop.gov)
- Specification Requirements & Delivery Questions: Mr. Yazalde Morgado (ymorgado@bop.gov, (334) 293-2100)