How to bid on Optometrist Services for FCC Pollock from the Department of Justice

What the agency is buying

The Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) in Pollock, Louisiana, needs optometrist services for its incarcerated population. This contract is for one base year with four additional option years, and the estimated service totals are expected to be consistent each year. This is an opportunity for healthcare providers to offer essential services to a federal facility.

Key dates and deadlines

This is a pre-solicitation notice. The full solicitation is expected to be posted on SAM.gov on or before September 11, 2026. The anticipated award date for the contract is October or November 2026. The deadline for this pre-solicitation notice is August 31, 2027, at 5:00 PM ET.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in optometry services. The relevant NAICS code is 621320, which is for Doctors of Optometry. The solicitation is unrestricted, meaning businesses of all sizes can compete.

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is conducting this solicitation in accordance with FAR 12.201-1 (c)(2).

How to respond

To view the original source of this opportunity, click the "View original source" link on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When the full solicitation is released, carefully review the Statement of Work to understand the exact scope of services required. Ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your firm's experience and capability in providing comprehensive optometry services, particularly in a correctional or institutional setting if applicable.

Pay close attention to all instructions for proposal submission, including formatting, required documents, and any specific evaluation criteria. Submitting a complete and well-organized response that directly addresses all requirements will strengthen your bid.