FY26 A1 FCI MILAN CERTIFIED QTR 4

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the procurement of various Kosher food items for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Milan. The solicitation outlines specific items, quantities, and delivery requirements.

The solicitation details the following specific Kosher food items, with specified quantities and delivery dates (on or before 07/30/2026):

• Item 0001: Kosher Dressing, Assorted, Individual Packets (2,000 EA)
• Item 0002: Kosher Dry Cereal, Assorted, Individual Packets (900 EA)
• Item 0003: Kosher Farina, Instant, Individual Packets (800 EA)
• Item 0004: Kosher Mustard, Prepared, Yellow, Individual Packets (6,000 EA)
• Item 0005: Kosher Oatmeal, Instant, Individual Packets (800 EA)
• Item 0006: Kosher Sardines in Soybean Oil, Individual Pouches (360 EA)
• Item 0007: Kosher Tartar Sauce, Individual Packets (1,000 EA)
• Item 0008: Kosher Tuna Fish, Chunk Light in Water, Individual Pouches (600 EA)
• Item 0009: Kosher Vegetable Juice, Tomato-based, Individual Cans (1,056 EA)

Key requirements include:

• All items must be certified Kosher.

• Individual packages must be marked with the kosher certification hechsher.

• Total amounts may be adjusted to the next highest case count.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Delivery will not be accepted prior to July 1, 2026.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Solicitation Number: 15B41726Q00000016

• NAICS Code: 311999 (Size Standard: 700 Employees)

• Offer Due Date: 06/02/2026 at 12:00 ET.

• Submission Method: Email signed quotes to c1DENNIS@bop.gov and alweaver@bop.gov.

• Evaluation: Evaluation will be based on price and past performance.

• This acquisition is set aside 100.00% for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference, with deviations noted.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the specific product specifications and quantities required for the Fiscal Year 2026, Quarter 4 procurement for FCI Milan. It details the "Certified Specs" for various food items, including kosher-certified products, and serves as a critical reference for vendors to ensure their offerings meet the government's requirements.

• General Compliance: All delivered items must comply with Federal, State, and local regulations, including the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act. Allergen labeling requirements must be met.
• Product Specifications: Detailed specifications are provided for individual items, including:
  • Kosher Dressing, Assorted, Individual Packet (CID A-A-20162B)
  • Kosher Cereal, Ready to Eat, Wheat Bran Flakes (CID A-A-20000E)
  • Kosher Farina, Instant, Plain, Individual Packet
  • Kosher Mustard, Prepared, Yellow, Individual Packet (CID A-A20036C)
  • Kosher Oatmeal, Instant, Plain, Individual Packet
  • Kosher Sardines in Soybean Oil, Individual (Pouches only)
  • Kosher Tartar Sauce, Individual Packet (CID A-A 20140D)
  • Kosher Tuna, Chunk Light in Water, Individual (Pouches only)
  • Kosher Vegetable Juice, 5-7 oz Can (Tomato-based with at least five additional vegetables)
• Quantities: Specific quantities are listed for each item (e.g., 2000 Each for Kosher Dressing).
• Packaging: Requirements for individual packaging, marking with kosher certification, and pouch-only options for certain items are specified.
• Origin: Unless otherwise stated, items can be a product of a foreign country if distributed in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. Tuna can be a product of the U.S. or other foreign countries meeting 21CFR123.12.
• Compliance: Failure to comply with National Menu Specifications will result in the quoted item not being considered for award. No specification substitutions will be accepted.

Vendors must carefully review each item's specifications, including kosher certification, packaging, size, and origin requirements. Bidders must ensure their proposed products precisely match these specifications. Any deviation may lead to disqualification. The document also references the "Award Delivery Information" sheet, which contains crucial details on delivery schedules, temperature requirements, and inspection processes that bidders must adhere to.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Milan, MI, for 4th Quarter FY 2026 CERTIFIED items. The acquisition is set aside for small businesses.

• Procurement of "4th Quarter FY 2026 CERTIFIED items."

• Delivery is to be completed within thirty (30) days of order.

• Items not delivered within the required timeframe may be subject to cancellation, with associated shipping and restocking fees the responsibility of the vendor.

• This acquisition will be procured in accordance with FAR Part 12 – Acquisition of Commercial Items and Commercial Services.

• Award may be made without discussions; therefore, initial quotes should provide sufficient information for award recommendation.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to C1dennis@bop.gov and A1weaver@bop.gov. Faxed/mailed quotations will not be accepted.

• Format: Offerors MUST fill in and submit an attached Excel sheet. Any other format will not be accepted. Handwritten bids will be rejected.

• Deadline: Quotations must be submitted no later than June 02, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

• Evaluation Criteria: Price and Past Performance. The government intends to award a contract to the Contractor whose quote represents the best value based on price, technical acceptance, and past performance.

• This acquisition is set aside for small businesses.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and include their SAM.gov Unique Entity ID with their offer.

• Offerors are responsible for ensuring their quote has been received by the specified deadline.

• The government reserves the right to require additional information to support a pre-award determination of responsibility.

• Questions should be directed via email to C1dennis@bop.gov and A1weaver@bop.gov.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

The Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Milan, MI intends to issue a solicitation for the acquisition of various food items. This acquisition is set aside for small businesses.

• Acquisition of various food items.

• Delivery to Federal Correctional Institution, Milan, MI.

• Terms are FOB Destination.

• Full delivery must be completed by July 30, 2026.

• Contract type: Firm-fixed price.

• The solicitation will be made available on or about May 21, 2026, and posted on www.sam.gov.

• Anticipated date for receipt of quotes: June 2, 2026, at 12:00 pm EST.

• Payment will be made using Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or the Government Purchase Card.

• The Government reserves the right to award to responsible vendor(s) whose offer conforms to the solicitation and is considered most advantageous.

• Past performance will be considered approximately equal in value to price. Poor past performance may result in a vendor being considered non-responsible.

• Bids must be submitted using the attached Excel sheet format; handwritten bids will be rejected.

• This acquisition is set aside for small businesses.

• Offerors are required to be registered in www.SAM.gov with complete representations and certifications at the time of quotation.

• Interested parties are responsible for monitoring www.sam.gov for all future information, including amendments and awards.

• Please include shipping in all pricing.

• The point of contact for information is Curtis Dennis (Supervisory Contract Specialist) and A. Weaver (Property and Procurement Specialist).