MCC chicago 3RD quarter meat

The Department of Justice Bureau of Prisons is seeking qualified vendors to supply meat products for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 under solicitation Buy 1207417, designated as MCC CHICAGO 3RD QUARTER MEAT. This procurement falls under the Meat, Poultry, and Fish product service category (PSC 8905) and is classified as food manufacturing (NAICS 311999). The solicitation is posted on the UNISON Marketplace platform, where interested parties can review detailed specifications and submission requirements. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in this notice, typical meat supply contracts emphasize product quality, compliance with food safety regulations, delivery reliability, and competitive pricing. Prospective bidders must submit their proposals by April 17, 2026, providing a one-week timeframe from the April 10, 2026 posting date to prepare and submit their bids.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to certified small business enterprises. The contract is to be performed in Chicago, Illinois (60605), which serves as the delivery and performance location for the meat products. No incumbent contractor information or specific award value has been disclosed in this notice; however, interested vendors should anticipate that detailed pricing, quantity requirements, and contract terms will be available on the UNISON Marketplace. The compressed timeline of seven days between posting and due date suggests this may be a recurring or urgent procurement need for the Bureau of Prisons' Chicago facility. Small businesses meeting the applicable size standards and capable of supplying meat products to federal prison standards should pursue this opportunity immediately given the approaching deadline.