4TH QTR FY26- SUBSISTENCE - FDC Houston
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, FDC Houston, intends to directly solicit suppliers for a firm-fixed-price supply contract to procure subsistence (Perishable Prepared Food) for the 4th Quarter of FY26. This action is designated as a 100% Small Business set-aside. It is important to note that a solicitation will NOT be posted, and this notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals or quotations.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the provision of subsistence, specifically Perishable Prepared Food, to FDC Houston. The classification code is 8945 (Food, Oils and Fats), and the NAICS code is 311991 (Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Supply Contract (Direct Solicitation)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business (RFO FAR 19.104-1(a)(1) and RFO FAR 12.201-1(2))
- NAICS Code: 311991 – Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing
- Place of Performance: Houston, TX
- Electronic Responses/Questions Due: June 11, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: May 29, 2026
Additional Notes
The Government intends to proceed with this direct solicitation to suppliers. A determination by the Government not to solicit this action on SAM.gov is solely within its discretion, IAW RFO FAR 12.201-1(2). The Federal Bureau of Prisons is not responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice. All electronic responses and questions should be submitted via email to the contracting point of contact.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Daniel Cruz (dcruz-ayala@bop.gov)