SAM #15B41126Q00000008

Solicitation for Subsistence and Meat Items for FCI Pekin, FY 2026 Q4

The Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Pekin, is seeking bids from small businesses for a large-scale supply of subsistence and meat items for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026. - Government Buyer: - Federal Bureau of Prisons, Department of Justice - Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Pekin, Illinois - Products Requested: - Wide range of food products including dry beans, canned beans, rice, pasta, corn meal, flour, dairy products, meats (beef, chicken, pork, turkey, fish), spices, fresh fruits and vegetables, and beverages - Notable quantities: 6000 lbs dry black beans, 7500 frozen cheese pizzas, 14400 wheat tortillas, 5000 lbs chicken breast, 13000 lbs beef roast - All items must comply with federal food safety, allergen labeling, and National Menu Specifications - Vendors must specify size, type, and brand on bid sheets; no specific OEMs or brands are mandated - Unique Requirements: - Strict privacy and security requirements for handling sensitive information - Delivery must occur between July 6 and July 17, 2026, during warehouse hours (7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. CST) - Perishable, frozen, and canned goods must meet specific temperature and packaging standards - Evaluation factors include price, product quality, and vendor past performance; higher quality may command higher price - 100% small business set-aside under NAICS 311999 - Delivery Location: - Food Service Warehouse at FCI Pekin, 2600 S. Second St., Pekin, IL 61554 - No specific OEMs or commercial brands are named; vendors may propose any compliant commercial food products.

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Federal Bureau of Prisons - Federal Correctional Institution Pekin, IL is issuing a solicitation, 15B41126Q00000008, for 4th QTR FY 26 Subsistence and Meat line items. Shipping will be FOB Destination. The delivery period will be July 6th, 2026, to July 17th, 2026, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Central Standard Time. Deliveries will be made to the Food Service Warehouse at 2600 S. Second St. Pekin, IL 61554. The contract type is firm-fixed price. The Government reserves the right upon award to make single or multiple awards. The Government reserves the right not to award a menu item. The evaluation factors are price, product quality, and vendor’s past performance. Be advised the Government is willing to pay more for better-quality products. The Government will award the responsible offeror(s) whose offer conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous to the Government. Failure to deliver within the established time frame will be considered as non-performance under the contract terms. All future information about this acquisition, including solicitation amendments, will also be distributed solely through this site www.sam.gov. The deadline for receipt of quotes is on or before May 29, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time, Email (hfrei@bop.gov). Quotes received after closing date will not be considered. Quoted prices must be good for 60 days after close of solicitation. Each vendor is required per 52.212-3 to complete their representations and certifications via the online Representation and Certification Applications (SAM) at www.sam.gov. Faith Based and Community Based Organizations (Aug 2005) are included. NOTE: ALL ITEMS WILL BE PAID VIA Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or GOVERNMENT PURCHASE CARD at the discretion of the procurement office. SEND BANKING INFORMATION FOR PAYMENT. Blank pages are unnecessary. The Contracting Officer will verify registration prior to the award by entering the potential awardee's UEI number at www.sam.gov database.

*Vendor shall return the completed RFQ document and bid sheets when making submissions. Failure to do so will result in the vendor being considered non-responsive and the bid being discarded. *

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