FMC LEXINGTON FY26 4TH QUARTER- BREAD
Overview
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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, Federal Medical Center (FMC) Lexington is soliciting quotations for weekly bread delivery for the 4th Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026. This requirement is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial products. The acquisition is a 100% set-aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) concerns. Quotes are due by June 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires weekly delivery of fresh bread products to FMC Lexington from July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026. Deliveries are scheduled for every Monday, with adjustments to Tuesday if a federal holiday occurs on Monday. Specific items include:
- Kosher Wheat Bread, 22 Slice (13,360 EA estimated quarterly)
- Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns, Fresh, 12/Pkg (6,160 EA estimated quarterly)
- Whole Wheat Hot Dog Buns, Fresh, 12/Pkg (3,540 EA estimated quarterly)
All bread products must be fresh and delivered within 48 hours of baking, adhering to detailed specifications outlined in the attached requirements worksheets. The local food service administration will provide weekly quantity requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order. Multiple awards are anticipated.
- Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026 (FY26, 4th Quarter).
- Set-Aside: Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB).
- NAICS Code: 311812 (Bread and Other Bakery Product Manufacturing) with a 1000-employee size standard.
- Place of Performance: FMC Lexington, 3301 Leestown Road, Lexington, KY 40511.
- Response Due: June 1, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: May 19, 2026.
Evaluation Factors
Awards will be made to the responsible Quoter(s) offering the best value to the Government, considering:
- Past Performance (Go/No-Go Evaluation): Assessed on timeliness of deliveries and order accuracy/completeness. Documented instances of late, incomplete, or inaccurate deliveries will result in a "No-Go" determination.
- Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
Only Offerors receiving a "Go" rating for Past Performance will be considered for award.
Submission Requirements
Quotes must be submitted via email to Brett Miracle (bmiracle@bop.gov) AND Heather Surber (hsurber@bop.gov). Fax, hand-delivered, or mail-in quotes will not be accepted. Quotes must remain valid for 60 calendar days after the closing date. Interested parties should submit any questions via email as early as possible. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and complete required certifications, including the Buy American Certificate. A Contractor's Information Sheet must also be completed.
Additional Notes
All future information, including amendments and awards, will be posted on SAM.gov. Awards over $15,000 will be FFP Purchase Orders, while those under $15,000 will be FFP Government Purchase Card transactions. Acceptance of any subsequent award requires a contractor signature within 48 hours of the purchase order delivery.