FCI Fairton 3rd Qtr FY26 Subsistence
Federal opportunity from Public Agency. Place of performance: United States.
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- Performance
- United States
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- No due date posted
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Description
The Federal Bureau of Prisons is seeking quotes for the provision of subsistence items, including food and beverages, for the third quarter of FY26. The contract will be awarded to the responsible offeror whose offer, conforming to the solicitation, is considered to be the most advantageous to the Government. The evaluation factors are price and past performance. The contract is a 100% small business set-aside, and any quotes from large businesses will not be considered. Deliveries must be ma... | Title: FCI Fairton 3rd Qtr FY26 Subsistence, Agency: U.S. Department Of Justice, State: New Jersey, Open Date: 2/25/2026, Close Date: 3/12/2026, Last Updated Date: 3/4/2026
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The Federal Bureau of Prisons is planning to award a contract for subsistence items for the 3rd quarter of FY26, specifically from 2/25/2026 to 3/12/2026. This is a 100% small business set-aside opportunity, with evaluation based on price and past performance. Quotes from large businesses will not be considered, making this a critical targeting chance for small firms in the food and beverage industry.
The buyer aims to procure a variety of subsistence items, including food and beverages, to meet operational needs for the Federal Bureau of Prisons during the specified period.
- Small businesses in the food and beverage sector
- Companies with past performance in government contracts
- Firms capable of meeting delivery requirements
- Understand the solicitation requirements and evaluation criteria.
- Prepare a competitive pricing strategy addressing the cost of subsistence items.
- Gather and present past performance evidence relevant to similar contracts.
- Completed quote with pricing details
- Proof of small business certification
- Documentation of past performance
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- All submissions must comply with small business set-aside regulations.
- Ensure pricing conforms to government procurement standards.
- Price must be competitive but also cover costs to ensure profitability.
- Consider including volume discounts if applicable.
- Consider subcontracting opportunities for companies that can supply specialty food items
- Partner with logistics firms for efficient delivery capabilities.
- Non-compliance with small business requirements could lead to disqualification.
- Inaccurate pricing could jeopardize competitiveness and profitability.
- What specific subsistence items are prioritized for delivery?
- Are there minimum quantity requirements for each item?
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- Detailed scope of subsistence items
- Exact delivery schedule requirements
- Specific evaluation criteria beyond price and past performance
- Location for deliveries
- Potential penalties for late deliveries
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