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FCI-GRE FY27 QTR 2 SUBSISTENCE - NATIONAL MENU

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI GREENVILLE · Response deadline: Wed, 18 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Greenville, part of the Bureau of Prisons within the Department of Justice, is procuring subsistence food supplies for its National Menu program for fiscal year 2027, second quarter. This is a recurring food service procurement typical of federal correctional institutions, which must feed inmate populations according to standardized nutritional guidelines that apply across the Bureau of Prisons system. The "National Menu" designation indicates these supplies support the centralized menu planning used throughout federal prisons rather than facility-specific food preparation. NAICS code 311999 covers "All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing," which applies to specialty food products that don't fall under more specific manufacturing categories—consistent with the broad range of packaged, prepared, and specialty items needed for large-scale institutional food service.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is reserved for small businesses under a total small business set-aside. To qualify, your business must meet SBA size standards for NAICS 311999—generally 1,000 employees for food manufacturing—and register in SAM.gov with this NAICS code. You must also hold valid federal food safety certifications and any FDA or USDA registrations required for your product categories. Prior Bureau of Prisons or institutional food service experience is advantageous but see the solicitation for specific past performance requirements. Certain product categories may require organic, kosher, halal, or other specialized certifications depending on the National Menu specifications.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand the National Menu structure: BOP menus operate on 4-6 week cycles with strict nutritional, portion, and cost controls. Review BOP Program Statement P7710.01 (Food Service Manual) for operational context, then carefully examine the solicitation's product list, substitutes list, and delivery schedule.

Pricing strategies: Institutional food contracts typically use firm fixed-price line items with potential economic price adjustments for commodities. Price aggressively on staple items where volume justifies thinner margins; protect margin on specialty items with limited competition. Confirm whether the solicitation includes option quantities or requirements-type contracts.

Delivery and logistics: FCI Greenville requires deliveries to a secure facility with specific timing windows, inspection protocols, and potential detention for vehicle searches. Factor in transportation costs to Greenville, Illinois, including any reefers or insulated transport for frozen/refrigerated items. The solicitation will specify accepted versus rejected shipment conditions.

Documentation: Prepare product specification sheets, nutritional labels, and shelf-life documentation for all items. Small business plans, HUBZone or 8(a) certifications if applicable, and proof of food safety plans (HARPC, FSMA compliance) should accompany your technical proposal.

Next steps

Access the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number 1214707. Review the complete product list, quantities if stated, delivery schedule, and evaluation criteria. Deadline is November 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM Central Time—allow time for SAM.gov technical submission and any required hard copies. Early engagement with the contracting officer listed in the solicitation is recommended for product substitution approvals or scope clarifications.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →