Bid guide
How to bid on subsistence items for MDC Guaynabo from the Dept. of Justice
What the agency is buying
The Federal Bureau of Prisons needs quarterly food and subsistence items for the Metropolitan Detention Center Guaynabo in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. This is for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2027.
Deliveries are set to begin on October 1, 2026. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price type. The government may award items individually, in groups, or in aggregate, choosing the most advantageous option.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was made available on August 6, 2026. Quotes are due by 2:00 PM Eastern Time on August 20, 2026. The anticipated award date is around August 26, 2026.
It is important to submit your quote by the deadline, as late submissions will not be considered. All future information and amendments will be posted on the SAM website, and interested parties are responsible for monitoring it.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a 100% small-business set-aside. It is restricted to offerors who meet the applicable small-business size standard. Faith-Based and Community-Based Organizations are encouraged to submit quotes.
The NAICS code for this requirement is 311991, which covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing food products (except meat products, poultry products, dairy products, seafood products, baked goods, sugar and confectionery products, fats and oils, and beverages). Vendors in the food and agriculture category are suitable for this bid.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents.
Quotes must be submitted via email to Shedaly Martinez-Mass at [email protected]. All quotes must be legible, with typed submissions preferred. Illegible line items will not be considered. Facsimile quotes are not permitted. Hard copies of the solicitation are not available.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Ensure your company is registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) before submitting your offer, as this is required prior to award. Also, complete the FAR Provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications section, using the On-line Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA).
Your quote must be F.O.B. Destination, meaning you are responsible for the cost of shipping to the Metropolitan Detention Center Guaynabo. Be prepared to provide samples of quoted products if requested before the award. The government will consider past performance and price, with price being rated higher than past performance.
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.