FCI SCHUYLKILL FY26 4TH QUARTER KOSHER AND HALAL ITEMS
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 U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Schuylkill is soliciting quotes for Kosher and Halal food items for the 4th quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ), and the acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by June 4th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of various kosher and halal food items, with detailed specifications for ingredients, weights, and preparation methods outlined in attached requirements worksheets. Delivery must be made to FCI Schuylkill, Minersville, PA, on or before July 15, 2026. Strict delivery requirements include specific hours (7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. EST), palletization, proper marking of boxes/cases, and adherence to temperature controls for perishable, shelf-stable, and frozen items. All certified religious diet items must bear the Kosher Symbol on individual packages.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for commercial products.
- Contract Vehicle: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order for awards over $15,000; FFP Government Purchase Card transaction for awards under $15,000.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 311999 (All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing) with a 700-employee size standard.
- Delivery: On or before July 15, 2026, Freight on Board Destination to FCI Schuylkill, Minersville, PA.
- Applicable FAR: Incorporates FAR Part 12 for commercial products/services, with specific provisions and clauses referenced.
Evaluation & Award
The Government anticipates making multiple awards based on pricing per line item. Awards will be made to responsible quoters offering the best value. Evaluation factors include:
- Price: Assessed for fairness and reasonableness.
- Past Performance: Evaluated on a Go/No-Go basis, focusing on consistent record of timely deliveries and accurate/complete orders. Instances of late deliveries or recurring issues will result in a "No-Go" determination. Only "Go" rated quoters will be considered.
Submission Requirements
- Quotes Due: June 4th, 2026, 10:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to Stephanie Sandler (ssandler@bop.gov). No fax, hand-delivered, or mail-in quotes will be accepted.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for 30 calendar days after the solicitation close.
- Contact: Stephanie Sandler, Contracting Officer, ssandler@bop.gov, (570) 544-7310.
Additional Notes
All future information, including amendments and awards, will be posted on SAM.gov. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the site. Strict adherence to delivery schedules and product specifications is required; failure to comply will negatively impact past performance.