What types of vendors does FCI Herlong typically contract with?

FCI Herlong seeks vendors capable of providing institutional food products, medical and mental health staffing, facility repair and maintenance parts, and specialized vocational training equipment for inmate programs.

Are there specific certifications that help when bidding for FCI Herlong contracts?

While not always mandatory, vendors with GSA Schedule contracts or those registered as small, disadvantaged businesses often have a competitive advantage, as the Bureau of Prisons frequently utilizes small business set-asides for facility operations.

How can a vendor prepare for the security requirements at FCI Herlong?

Contractors performing on-site work must be prepared to undergo rigorous background checks and security clearances. Vendors should ensure their staff can comply with strict institutional security protocols and tool control procedures required within a correctional environment.

FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS · Contracting Office

FCI HERLONG

25 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office25 solicitationsUnder FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS

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FEDERAL PRISON

FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS

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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of FCI HERLONG.

FCI Herlong procures essential goods and services to maintain the daily operations of this medium-security federal correctional facility. Vendors compete for contracts involving facility maintenance, medical and dental services, food service supplies, and specialized correctional equipment required for inmate management and staff support.

Hierarchy: FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS · DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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