FCC BUTNER OFF-SITE FREEZER STORAGE
ID: 15B10625SS0000002Type: Sources Sought
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JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFMC BUTNERBUTNER, NC, 27509, USA

NAICS

Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage (493120)

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF FOOD OR GRAIN STORAGE BUILDINGS (X1GB)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons at FMC Butner, is seeking qualified vendors for off-site freezer storage services. The contractor will be responsible for providing and maintaining a freezer storage facility that can accommodate up to 100 pallets while consistently maintaining a minimum temperature of zero degrees Fahrenheit. This service is critical for the safe storage of perishable goods, ensuring compliance with industry standards and preventing product loss. Interested parties must respond to the sources sought notice by October 22, 2024, and can direct inquiries to primary contact Richardo Smith at RUSMITH@BOP.GOV or secondary contact Courtney Batten at cbatten@bop.gov.

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    The Federal Bureau of Prisons at FCC Butner is conducting market research for a potential contract for Off-site Freezer Storage services. This requirement includes the provision and maintenance of off-site freezer storage facilities that meet industry standards, able to support up to 100 pallets while maintaining a minimum temperature of zero degrees Fahrenheit. The contractor must also manage logistics including pick-up and delivery using temperature-controlled trailers and provide weekly inventory updates. The Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks information regarding businesses' eligibility for participation in small business programs, firm size classification, SAM registration, and capabilities to supply fixed prices for storage services. Responses are required by October 22, 2024, and the document emphasizes that all acquisition-related information will be distributed through SAM.gov, echoing the transparency measures in government procurement processes. The NAICS code for the project is 493120, with a small business size standard of $36.5 million. This market questionnaire serves to inform potential contracting decisions while ensuring compliance with federal regulations governing acquisition processes.
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