Bid guide
How to bid on Milk for FCI Texarkana from the Department of Justice
What the agency is buying
The Federal Bureau of Prisons, specifically Federal Correctional Institution Texarkana in Texas, is seeking milk products for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2027. This will be a firm-fixed-price contract awarded to a single responsible vendor.
This opportunity is for vendors who can supply milk items to a federal correctional facility. The government will award all items to one offeror whose proposal is most advantageous.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation is expected to be available around August 4, 2026. Quotes are due by August 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Standard Time. The anticipated award date is August 19, 2026.
It is crucial to submit your quote by the deadline. Failure to deliver within established timeframes will be considered non-conformance and may lead to contract termination.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for food and agriculture businesses, particularly those specializing in dairy products. The NAICS code for this requirement is 311511, which covers Dairy Product (except Dried or Canned) Manufacturing.
The contract will be awarded to one responsible offeror. Vendors should be prepared to supply all requested milk items.
How to respond
The solicitation will be posted on www.sam.gov in the Contract Opportunities section around August 4, 2026. All future information and amendments will be distributed through this website.
Quotes must be submitted via email to [email protected] by the deadline. Each offeror must ensure their representations and certifications are completed in www.sam.gov as required by FAR 52.204-7(b) and (c).
Tips for a competitive response
Price will be rated more heavily than past performance in the evaluation. Therefore, ensure your pricing is competitive while still allowing for profitable execution.
Clearly address all requirements outlined in the solicitation. Even though price is paramount, a well-structured and compliant proposal demonstrates your capability and attention to detail. Double-check that all required forms and certifications, especially those on SAM.gov, are current and complete before submitting your quote.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Justice, Department of; the original posting controls.