Opportunity
SAM #15B40226Q00000005
FPC Duluth FY26 Q4 Food Supply Solicitation
Buyer
BOP FAO
Posted
May 27, 2026
Respond By
June 10, 2026
Identifier
15B40226Q00000005
NAICS
311999, 424420, 424470, 424440, 424430
The Federal Bureau of Prisons is seeking small business suppliers for a wide range of food products to support the Federal Prison Camp Duluth in Minnesota. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Prison Camp Duluth - Contracting Officer: Jose Dominguez - Products Requested: - Meats: Beef patties (2,000 lbs), ground beef (3,500 lbs), roast beef (2,500 lbs), chicken leg quarters (3,500 lbs), chicken patties (2,500 lbs), boneless/skinless chicken (3,500 lbs), chicken breast (3,000 lbs), fish fillets (1,500 lbs), turkey roast (2,500 lbs) - Dairy: Butter bulk (1,800 lbs), butter reddies (25,000 each), mozzarella cheese (2,400 lbs) - Vegetables: Beets (56 cases), mixed vegetables (56 cases), peas (56 cases), pimentos (56 cases), tomatoes (56 cases) - Spices: Garlic powder (350 lbs), garlic salt (250 lbs), onion powder (250 lbs) - Other: Pasta (1,200 lbs), coffee (200 lbs), lime juice (36 quarts), cornmeal (1,250 lbs), flour (5,000 lbs), vinegar (20 gallons) - Part Numbers & Quantities: - Each item is specified with a part number and detailed quantity (see product line items for full list) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict delivery window: July 1–15, 2026, weekdays only, 6:30 AM–1:30 PM EST - All deliveries must be pelletized - Temperature controls required for perishable and frozen foods - Products must meet USDA grades and specific quality/packaging standards - No specific OEMs or brands required; open to all qualified suppliers meeting specifications - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Place of Performance: - Federal Prison Camp Duluth, 4464 Ralston Drive, Duluth, MN 55811
Description
U.S. Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons FPC Duluth 4464 Ralston Drive Duluth, MN 55811
May 27, 2026
(i) This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (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.
(ii) The solicitation number is 15B40226Q00000005. This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).Please read it in its entirety.
(iii) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-03.
(iv) This solicitation is being issued as total small business set-aside. The NAICS for this requirement is 311999 with a size standard of 700 employees.The following items are required: Various Subsistence items for the Federal Prison Camp Duluth at Duluth Minnesota as detailed in the solicitation.
Attachment A- BRQ 15B40226Q00000005
(v) This solicitation is expected to result in the single award, or multiple awards, of a firm-fixed price contract(s) for various subsistence items.
(vi) Terms of Delivery and Point of Contact: THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE AND SCHEDULE ALL DELIVERIES WITH THE GOVERNMENT CONTRACT OFFICER OR DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE IN ADVANCE OF SHIPMENT. NOT DELIVERY SHALL OCCUR PRIOR TO SCHEDULING AND CONFIRMATION OF DELIVERY DATE AND TIME. FOR ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING DELIVERIES OR TO SCHEDULE DELIVERIES CONTACT THE FOOD SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR AT 218-249-7394. TERMS OF DELIVERY ARE F.O.B. DESTINATION BEGINNING JULY 1, 2026, AND ENDING JULY 15, 2026, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 6:30AM EASTERN STANDARD TIME(EST) – 1:30PM EST. NO DELIVERY ON WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS.
All deliveries must be pelletized. All frozen, perishable foods must be delivered between 34 degrees F to 40 degrees F. All frozen foods must be delivered at 0 degrees F or below. Any products that indicate prior thawing will be refused. Vendors who fail to meet delivery schedules or specifications may be removed indefinitely from future solicitations for bids.
Shipping Address: FPC Duluth 4464 Ralston Drive Duluth, MN 55811
(vii) Evaluation Factors: Award will be given to the responsible offeror whose offer/quote conforms to the requirements and is determined to provide the best value to the Government, considering the evaluation factors outlined below.
(1) Price - The government will evaluate the Quoter’s proposed price to ensure it is fair and reasonable.
(2) Past Performance - Past performance information shall include prior experience and similar performances undertaken by the contractor.
(ix) Clauses:
FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2025), is applicable to this acquisition. FAR 52.203-17, Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (NOV 2023) FAR 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements—Representation (JAN 2017) FAR 52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Internal Confidentiality Agreements (JAN 2017) FAR 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (Jun 2020) FAR 52.204-27, Prohibition on a ByteDance Covered Application (JUN 2023) FAR 52.209-6 Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment. (NOV 2021) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations (Nov 2015) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (Nov 2020) FAR 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Re-representation JAN 2025) FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor (June 2003) (DEVIATION DEC 2025) FAR 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Jan 2025) (DEVIATION MAR 2026) FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (Apr 2015). FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (Sept 2016) FAR 52.222-36 Equal Opportunities for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION DEC 2025) FAR 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021) FAR 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (FEB 2021) FAR 52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (MAY 2024) FAR 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management (Oct 2018) FAR 52.226-6 Promoting Excess Food Donation to Nonprofit Organizations (Jun 2020) FAR 52.233-3 Protest after Award (Aug 1996) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (Oct 2004) (DEVIATION NOV 2025)
(x) The selected offeror must comply with the additional contract terms and conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference:
(a) Provisions:
FAR 52.203-18 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation (JAN 2017) FAR 52.204-7 System for Award Management (Oct 2018) FAR 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting (AUG 2020) FAR 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (NOV 2021) FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998) JAR 2852.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions, Commercial Items (NOV 2020) (b) Clauses: FAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management—Registration DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.204-13 System for Award Management-Maintenance (Oct 2018) (DEVIATION NOV 2025) FAR 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance (Oct 2025) FAR 52.204-21 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems (Oct 2025) FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated By Reference (Oct 2025) DOJ-02 – Contractor Privacy Requirements (JAN 2022) DOJ-05 - Security of Department Information and Systems (APR 2026) DOJ-08 – Continuing Contract Performance During a Pandemic Influenza or Other National Emergency (OCT 2007)
(xi) The full text of the referenced FAR provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov/FAR or by contacting Brookelyn Nelson, Contracting Specialist, by email to bnelson3@bop.gov.
(xii) Bid/Quote Submission Instructions: The completed solicitation package must be returned no later than 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on June, 10 2026. The anticipated award date is on or about June 15, 2026. Vendors shall submit bid/quotes in .pdf format using the attachment titled “BRQ 15B40226Q00000005” to Brookelyn Nelson, Contract Specialist, by email to bnelson3@bop.gov ONLY. Submissions must be fully completed and legible and are strongly encouraged to be typed. Handwritten submissions will be considered only if fully legible. No fax, hand delivered, or mail-in quotes will be accepted. Quotes MUST be good for 30 calendar days after closing.
(xiii) Please ensure all information requested is included. Information will be posted to the General Services Administration, Contract Opportunities: SAM.gov | Contract Opportunities. All future information about this acquisition, including amendments, and cancellations will also be distributed through this site. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring this site to ensure they have the most up-to-date information about this solicitation.
Question Submission: Interested offerors must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest possible time to enable the Buyer (FPC Duluth) to respond. Questions must be submitted by email only, bnelson3@bop.gov. No phone calls please.