Purchase Order 15B41926P00000037

The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Prisons awarded a $26.4K firm fixed-price purchase order to EMS Suppliers Inc., a woman-owned small business based in Spring Valley, New York, for the delivery of Passover food products to the U.S. Penitentiary Thomson in Thomson, Illinois. The contract, designated as a total small business set-aside, was awarded on January 28, 2026, with an ultimate completion date of February 13, 2026. EMS Suppliers Inc. specializes in providing specialized food products—particularly kosher and halal meals—to federal correctional facilities and has established a strong track record with over 150 prime federal contract awards since 2019, demonstrating substantial experience in meeting the unique dietary and religious requirements of incarcerated populations.

Under this award, EMS Suppliers Inc. will supply certified kosher Passover food items to accommodate the religious observances of inmates observing the Jewish holiday. The company's product portfolio for such contracts typically includes kosher frozen meals, certified specialty proteins such as chicken and fish, dairy products, and supporting food items, with all products meeting strict religious certification standards. The expedited timeline reflects the seasonal nature of Passover observance and the requirement for temperature-controlled delivery within specified logistical parameters. This contract exemplifies the Bureau of Prisons' commitment to providing inclusive food services that respect the diverse religious and dietary needs of the federal inmate population across correctional facilities nationwide.