What types of goods and services does NERO typically procure?

NERO focuses on operational requirements for correctional facilities, including medical and dental services for inmates, facility infrastructure repairs, industrial kitchen equipment, and specialized correctional staff training programs.

Are there specific set-asides commonly used by NERO for prison contracts?

NERO frequently utilizes small business set-asides, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) designations, to fulfill facility maintenance and supply chain needs.

What is the best way to approach NERO for potential contract opportunities?

Vendors should monitor the Federal Bureau of Prisons' specific solicitations on SAM.gov and align their capabilities with the operational needs of regional correctional facilities, emphasizing their ability to meet strict security and safety compliance standards.

FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS · Contracting Office

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2 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office2 solicitationsUnder FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS

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Federal procurement data

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FEDERAL PRISON

FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS

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DEPARTMENT

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of NERO.

The Northeast Regional Office (NERO) manages procurement requirements for Federal Bureau of Prisons facilities across the northeastern United States. This office awards contracts for facility maintenance, correctional officer training, inmate healthcare services, and food service operations to support the daily secure functioning of federal correctional institutions.

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.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

Monthly posted opportunity volume from 2024 onward. Darker = more indexed records.

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