SAM #15B20526Q00000023

Solicitation for Fresh Bread Products for FMC Devens, Fourth Quarter

FMC Devens, part of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking fixed-price bids for fresh bread products to supply its inmate population during the fourth quarter. - Government Buyer: - Federal Bureau of Prisons, FMC Devens (Warehouse Staff) - Products Requested: - Whole Wheat Bread, sliced (8,800 loaves/slices) - Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns, fresh (2,600 packs/units) - Whole Wheat Hot Dog Buns, fresh (1,100 packs/units) - White Bread, sliced (200 loaves/slices) - All bread must be fresh, pan-baked, sliced, enriched, seedless, and delivered within 48 hours after baking - Products must meet specific Commercial Item Description (CID) standards (AA-20052B, A-A-20053B) - Delivery & Performance: - Delivery required to FMC Devens warehouse, 36 Independence Drive, Building 1677, Devens, MA 01434 - Delivery must occur within 48 hours of baking and within 30 days after receipt of order - Period of performance covers the fourth quarter of FY 2026 (June through September) - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov and provide a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) - Multiple awards may be made based on best value, including price, past performance, and delivery reliability - Bread must be delivered fresh and meet federal food quality standards - OEMs & Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brand names are mentioned; procurement is open to qualified commercial bakeries meeting CID standards - Locations: - Place of performance and delivery: FMC Devens, 36 Independence Drive, Building 1677, Devens, MA 01434 - Contracting office: FMC Devens, 42 Patton Rd, Ayer, MA 01432

Description

U.S. Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons Federal Medical Center (FMC) Devens 42 Patton Rd Devens, MA 01432

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation: Bread Requirement

Solicitation Number: 15B20526Q00000023 Issuance Date: May 11, 2026 Closing Date: May 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST

I. General Information

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) North American Industry Classification System (NAICS): 311812 (Bakery and Cereal Products) Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees Requirement: See the attached requirements worksheet for specific line items and quantities.

II. Delivery Terms

F.O.B. Destination to: FMC Devens 36 Independence Drive, Building 1677 Devens, MA 01434

Delivery Timeline: 30 calendar days after receipt of order (ARO). Acceptance: Per FAR 13.004(b), written acceptance is required. The contractor must return a signed copy of the purchase order within 48 hours of delivery.

III. Evaluation and Award

The Government intends to make multiple awards based on pricing per line item. Award will be made to the responsible quoter(s) providing the Best Value to the Government based on the following factors:

Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness. Past Performance: Evaluation includes prior experience and similar performance history. The Contracting Officer (CO) will consider late deliveries, missing items, and frequent substitutions. Delivery: A documented history of on-time deliveries and reliability will be considered.

Purchase Method:

Above $15,000.00 (Standard MPT): Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order. Below $15,000.00: Government Purchase Card (GPC) transaction.  

IV. Provisions and Clauses

The following FAR provisions and clauses (through FAC 2026-01) apply to this acquisition:

52.212-1: Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.212-2: Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.212-3: Offeror Representations and Certifications (May 2024) (Deviation Feb 2025). 52.212-4: Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.212-5: Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders (Jan 2025) (Deviation Feb 2025). Specific applicable clauses include: 52.203-17, 52.204-10, 52.204-27, 52.209-6, 52.219-6 (Total Small Business Set-Aside), 52.219-28, 52.222-3, 52.222-36, 52.222-50, 52.225-1, 52.226-8, 52.232-33, 52.232-36, 52.226-6.

Additional Local Clauses:

52.204-7, 52.204-13, 52.204-16, and 2852.212-4 (Department of Justice Deviation).

V. Submission Instructions

Quotes must be submitted via email only to both:

Eve Rivera-White, Contract Specialist: eriverawhite@bop.gov Eli Berry, Financial Specialist: e1berry@bop.gov

Requirements:

Quotes must be valid for 30 calendar days after the closing date. Quoters must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). All vendors must be active in SAM.gov at the time of quote, award, and through final payment. Questions: Must be submitted via email only; no phone calls will be accepted.

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