FCI McDowell FY 27 Grease Trap Pumping Services
JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI MCDOWELL · Response deadline: Fri, 30 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) McDowell, a Bureau of Prisons facility in West Virginia, needs grease trap pumping services for fiscal year 2027. Grease trap pumping is routine maintenance work used in commercial and institutional kitchens—common in cafeterias, food service operations, and any facility with grease-laden wastewater. Contractors in this line of work remove accumulated fats, oils, and grease from interceptors to prevent plumbing blockages, sewer backups, and environmental violations. The scope and service frequency, see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Justice, Department of. Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons. FCI McDowell |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 15B12227Q00000001 |
| NAICS | 56299 (Remediation and Other Waste Management Services) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set-Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Welch, WV |
NAICS 56299 is a catch-all for waste management services not classified elsewhere, including grease and septic tank cleaning services. The classification code S222 further indicates environmental services work.
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small businesses certified in SAM.gov—the set-aside is total, meaning no large business or other non-small entity can be the prime contractor. Under North American Industry Classification System size standards, businesses in NAICS 56299 generally qualify as small if they fall below the applicable revenue threshold (see current SBA size standards at sba.gov/size-standards).
You must have an active SAM.gov registration, a valid Unique Entity ID, and any required EPA or state certifications for transporting and disposing of grease trap waste in West Virginia. If your business is woman-owned, veteran-owned, HUBZone, or 8(a)-certified, note these designations in your SAM profile—while this is a general small business set-aside, past performance and socioeconomic status can strengthen your evaluation. The facility is in rural McDowell County; proximity to Welch may matter for response times and emergency service calls.
How to put together a competitive bid
Demonstrate compliance upfront. Waste hauling in West Virginia requires permits from the Department of Environmental Protection; grease trap waste often must go to approved treatment facilities. Specify your disposal site and attach hauler permits.
Emphasize responsiveness. Prison facilities cannot tolerate service interruptions in kitchen operations. Propose clear scheduling windows, after-hours flexibility, and emergency response protocols. If you have prior Bureau of Prisons, correctional facility, or secure-institution experience, highlight it—contracting officers value familiarity with escort procedures, security protocols, and restricted access environments.
Price strategically. Combined synopsis/solicitations often indicate simplified acquisition procedures. Review the solicitation for any stated evaluation methodology (lowest price technically acceptable, or a tradeoff approach). If LPTA, your price must be competitive while still covering disposal fees, labor, travel to Welch, and potential fuel surcharges.
Address all mandatory requirements. See the solicitation for insurance minimums, bonding requirements, and any local Wagner-Act or state prevailing wage provisions. Missing a mandatory item typically renders your bid non-responsive.
Next steps
Download the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number 15B12227Q00000001. Review the statement of work, contract clauses, and any attachments for detailed specifications, performance schedules, and exact evaluation criteria. Submit your offer well before the October 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET deadline—Bureau of Prisons opportunities rarely accept late submissions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →