How to bid on Vehicle Leveling Spacers and Skid Plates for Federal Prison Industries, INC

What UNICOR is buying and why it matters

Federal Prison Industries, INC (UNICOR) is seeking vendors to supply vehicle leveling spacers and skid plates. This opportunity is structured as a one-year base contract with four additional one-year option periods. Deliveries will be made to UNICOR facilities in North Bastrop, Texas, and Victorville, California.

This is a small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The Non-Manufacturer Rule also applies, requiring that if you are not the actual manufacturer, the products you provide must come from another small business. This contract could provide a stable, long-term supply agreement for the right vendor.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing via email by July 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. No phone calls will be accepted.

Your proposals are due by August 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Offers must be submitted via email. It is your responsibility to confirm receipt of your offer. Do not send offers by U.S. mail due to logistics and security reasons.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is ideal for small businesses that can supply vehicle leveling spacers and skid plates. The relevant NAICS code is 3363330, Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components. If you are not a manufacturer, you must source your products from another small business.

Vendors capable of meeting a desired delivery schedule of 60 days or sooner after each delivery order will be well-suited for this contract. The contract includes an Economic Price Adjustment based on the Producer Price Index for NAICS 336330.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.

Prepare your offer to include the solicitation number FLT0018-26, the time specified for receipt of offer, your company's name, address, and telephone number. You must also provide a detailed technical description of the items offered, any warranty terms, price, and discount terms. Acknowledge all amendments, if any. Complete the required vendor information including your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), point of contact, telephone and fax numbers, email address, and business size. Ensure your company is registered in the SAM database prior to award.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Carefully review Section B of the solicitation for the complete list of items, testing requirements, and total estimated quantities. Your proposal should directly address these specifications.

Since the desired delivery is 60 days or sooner, clearly state your best manufacturing and delivery time in your offer. This will be a factor in evaluation. If you disagree with the listed Producer Price Index, submit your proposed index to the contracting officer at least five calendar days before the offer due date.

Given that bid samples may be requested, ensure you have readily available samples that accurately represent the quality and specifications of your proposed products.