FCI Three Rivers - 3rd Qrt FY25 - Bread

The Department of Justice Bureau of Prisons is seeking a small business contractor to provide bread for the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Three Rivers, Texas during the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. This solicitation is focused on procuring specialized food products specifically for the facility's dietary needs, as indicated by the NAICS category of Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing and the Product Service Code for Special Dietary Foods. The solicitation was posted on March 6, 2025, with proposals due by March 21, 2025, giving potential vendors approximately two weeks to prepare and submit their responses. Contractors will need to demonstrate capability in producing food products that meet the specific nutritional and logistical requirements of a federal correctional facility. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided notice, typical federal procurement processes typically assess vendor qualifications, pricing, delivery capabilities, and compliance with food service standards.

The solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to compete for this contract opportunity. The place of performance is specifically located in Three Rivers, Texas, with a zip code of 78071, indicating a localized procurement need for the federal prison facility. Although precise award values are not specified in the notice, federal food service contracts for correctional institutions typically range from moderate to significant annual values depending on inmate population and service requirements. The contract appears to be focused on bread procurement for a specific quarterly period, suggesting a potential recurring or periodic procurement strategy. The NAICS code 311999 and PSC code 8940 further clarify the specialized nature of the food manufacturing and preparation services being sought by the Bureau of Prisons.