3rd Qtr FY26 Halal Requirement
Combined Synopsis Solicitation from FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS • JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: SC. Response deadline: Feb 20, 2026. Industry: NAICS 311412 • PSC 8940.
- Source
- Open on SAM.gov →
- Solicitation
- 15B31726Q00000010
- Performance
- Bennettsville, South Carolina • 29512 United States
- Response
- Feb 20, 2026, 09:00 PM UTC
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Description
The Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Institution, Bennettsville, South Carolina intends to issue solicitation 15B31726Q00000010 for the requirements of QUARTERLY HALAL. This solicitation is restricted, set aside 100% for Small Business, FOB Destination, and the delivery date will be on or around April 1, 2026. Deliveries will be made to the Federal Correctional Institution, 696 Muckerman Road, Bennettsville, South Carolina 29512. The contract type is a firm-fixed price. The Government reserves the right to make a single award and will award to the responsible vendor(s) whose offer, conforming to the solicitation, is considered the most advantageous to the Government, with past performance and price considered equally. The solicitation will be made available on or about February 5, 2026, and will be posted to the General Services Administration's Federal Business Opportunities website, https://sam.gov. Hard Copies of the solicitation will not be available. This site provides downloading instructions. All future information about this solicitation, including amendments and award information will be distributed solely through this site. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring this site to ensure that they have the most up-to-date information about this solicitation. Quotes will be due February 20, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. The Government reserves the right to make payment using either Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or the Government Purchase Card. Each vendor is required to be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM); information can be obtained at www.sam.gov. Each offeror is required per 52.212-3 to complete their representations and certifications via the Online Representations and Certifications Applications (ORCA) at http://orca.bpn.gov. Faith-Based and Community Based Organizations can submit quotations equally with other organizations for contracts for which they are eligible.
The point of contact for all information regarding this solicitation is Eric Clyburn, Procurement and Property Specialist, 843-454-8225. Completed offers may be emailed to eclyburn@bop.gov or hand carried to the attention of Eric Clyburn, Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Bennettsville, 696 Muckerman Road, Bennettsville, SC 29512. The anticipated award date is March 24, 2026, with an effective date of April 1, 2026.
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The Federal Bureau of Prisons is seeking vendors for a quarterly halal requirement at the Federal Correctional Institution in Bennettsville, SC, with a firm-fixed price contract type. This opportunity is set aside solely for small businesses and has a due date for quotes on February 20, 2026. The contract will be awarded based on past performance and price, highlighting the importance of compliance and competitive pricing for potential bidders.
The buyer aims to procure halal food products on a quarterly basis for the FCI Bennettsville, ensuring compliance with dietary requirements for inmates.
- Small businesses with experience in food supply contracts
- Vendors with certifications for halal food production
- Companies that can meet delivery timelines effectively
- Understand halal food specifications
- Develop pricing strategy based on competitive factors
- Create compliance documentation for SAM registration and ORCA certifications
- Draft and submit responses to the solicitation
- Coordinate logistics for delivery on or around April 1, 2026.
- Completed pricing information
- Proof of halal certification
- Past performance references
- SAM registration confirmation
- ORCA certifications completed
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- Vendors must be registered with SAM
- Completion of ORCA representations and certifications is mandatory
- Be aware of the SME guidelines for small business certification
- Consider competitive pricing while ensuring quality to win the contract
- Review past contract award prices
- Factor in delivery costs to FCI Bennettsville.
- Partner with local halal suppliers for fresh products
- Team with logistics firms familiar with government contracts
- Consider subcontracting with certified halal processors.
- Ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations
- Monitor changes in halal food standards
- Consider risks related to delays in obtaining halal certifications.
- What specific halal certifications are required for the items?
- Are there any preferences in food delivery logistics?
- How will performance be monitored post-award?
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- Exact volume and specifications of halal products required.
- Clarification on any additional certifications beyond halal.
- Final details on delivery acceptance conditions.
- Potential for contract extensions or renewals beyond Q1 FY26.
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