FY2026 1st Quarter Subsistence Requirement
ID: 15B31725Q00000017Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICEFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFCI BENNETTSVILLEBENNETTSVILLE, SC, 29512, USA

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All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

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FOOD, OILS AND FATS (8945)
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    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Correctional Institution in Bennettsville, South Carolina, is seeking bids for the procurement of subsistence items for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. This solicitation, designated as 15B31725Q00000017, is set aside 100% for small businesses and requires delivery of specified food items, including various staples and specialty products, to the institution by October 1, 2025. The procurement is critical for maintaining the dietary needs of the facility's population, adhering to stringent federal regulations regarding food safety and labeling. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by August 25, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Eric Clyburn at eclyburn@bop.gov or by phone at 843-454-8225.

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    This government Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Bennettsville, solicits bids for 1st Quarter FY 2026 Subsistence Requirements. The solicitation, issued on August 7, 2025, with an offer due date of August 25, 2025, is 100% set aside for small businesses under NAICS 500 Employees. Key clauses emphasize stringent privacy (DOJ-02) and security (DOJ-05) requirements for contractors handling Department of Justice (DOJ) information. Contractors must safeguard Personally Identifiable Information (PII), report data breaches within one hour, ensure proper records management, and comply with Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines. Cloud computing services must be FedRAMP authorized. Non-compliance can lead to contract suspension or termination. The document outlines detailed responsibilities for data protection, system security, and subcontractor oversight, underscoring the critical importance of information security for all parties involved.
    The National Menu Specifications Quote Sheet for FCI Bennettsville, Quarter 1, FY26, outlines the procurement requirements for various food items, including dry and canned beans, rice, pasta, corn meal, flour, dry milk, cereals, potato chips, peanut butter, soy products, tofu, hummus, shortening, oils, butter, margarine, dressings, vinegar, condiments, jelly, sugars, syrup, pastries, pizza, taco shells, tortillas, tortilla chips, French toast, pancakes, and tomato products. The document emphasizes strict compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, including the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act. Specific attention is given to allergen labeling for major allergens. No specification substitutions will be accepted, and products not explicitly stated as U.S. or Canadian origin may be sourced internationally. The NFSA/Chief Dietitian holds the final authority on product compliance, and the FSA determines which options are put out to bid.
    The document outlines the First Quarter FY 2026 Quarterly Eggs Delivery Schedule for the Food Service Department at FCI Bennettsville. It details the delivery dates in October, November, and December 2025, specifying that each delivery will consist of 30 dozen medium eggs, equivalent to 12 cases, with each case containing 360 eggs. The total projected egg delivery for the first quarter of FY 2026 is 12,960 individual eggs. This schedule is likely part of a federal government procurement plan, possibly a component of a larger RFP or a standing order for food supplies to a correctional facility.
    The Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Institution Bennettsville, is soliciting bids for subsistence items for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. The solicitation package provides all necessary information for submitting a request for quote. Offerors must adhere to FAR 52.212-4, which requires registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database and completion of annual representations and certifications electronically via ORCA at http://www.sam.gov. Failure to complete these registrations may result in disqualification. Quotes must be for specified items only, without changes to descriptions or unit of issue, and should not include limiting phrases like "Minimum award amount" or "All or none." Any alterations to the solicitation can lead to rejection of the quote. Submissions are due by August 25, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, via email to eclyburn@bop.gov or hand-carried to Eric Clyburn, Procurement and Property Specialist, at 696 Muckerman Road, Bennettsville, South Carolina 29512. Late quotes will not be considered. Questions should be submitted in writing via email to eclyburn@bop.gov or by calling (843) 454-8225.
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