FY27Q1 COVER LETTER SUBSISTENCE RFQP03072600015.pdf

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Jesup in Georgia.

The solicitation (RFQP03072600015) is for FY27 1st Quarter Subsistence supplies, including Bread and Dairy products, with a performance period from October 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The acquisition is structured as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 311999, and all responsible small businesses, including Faith-based and Community-based organizations, are encouraged to submit quotes. Award will be made item-by-item, in groups, or in aggregate based on the quote(s) most advantageous to the Government, with evaluation criteria including specifications, past performance, and price. All quotes must include firm-fixed pricing that is inclusive of shipping and processing costs. Orders exceeding $15,000 will be paid via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), while orders of $15,000 and under will be paid via Government Purchase Card. Offerors must maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) with current representations and certifications. Strict adherence to item specifications is required; substitutions, alternate items, or alternate packaging will not be considered. Quotes must be submitted via email to msmiley@bop.gov no later than August 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. All inquiries must be submitted in writing via email; phone inquiries will not be accepted.