Hydroponic Farm Boxes with Training and Delivery

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is seeking eight all-inclusive hydroponic farm boxes with training and delivery to eight different locations.

FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS


General
Open (active)
15BNAS26Q00000053
Jul 07, 2026 06:00 PM
Jun 11, 2026 07:04 PM
1 year
Small Business
Request for Quote/Qualifications (RFQ)
Federal
Original Solicitation Links
Contact
George Bodine
+15704888035
Washington, DC, USA
Submission Instructions
Email
Description

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) is seeking to procure eight (8) insulated, all-inclusive hydroponic farm boxes. These units must be capable of growing a minimum of 6,000 pounds of leafy greens annually and 650 heads of lettuce weekly, with controls to monitor and identify deficiencies in temperature, water, pH, and nutrient levels. The contractor will be responsible for delivery via crane to eight different locations across the United States, including final placement on a provided concrete pad, and all associated costs. Each unit will require site-specific modifications for security within a correctional environment, with the FBOP requesting quotes for any additional scope. The contract includes on-site training of up to eight hours per location within 30 days of delivery, covering setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, harvesting, cleaning, food safety, and nutrient management. Resource materials and procedure manuals must also be provided. The period of performance shall not exceed twelve months from the date of the Notice to Proceed for the first location. The contractor must provide a Project Manager and ensure all personnel pass an NCIC background check. The contract includes a one-year warranty on the hydroponic farm box and all internal components.

Classification Codes
NAICS111419Other Food Crops Grown Under Cover
PSC8730Seeds and Nursery Stock
Smart Codes
hydroponic farm systemsturnkey agricultural solutionsgovernment facility training
Specifications
Supply & Service
Timeline
Jun 11, 2026 12:00 PM-Published Date
Jul 07, 2026 12:00 PM-Offers Due Date
Jul 22, 2026 12:00 PM-Inactive Date
Requirements
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
Documents
TitleDate Posted
Cover Letter Hydroponic.docxJun 11, 2026 12:00 PM
Eval Factors.docxJun 11, 2026 12:00 PM
RFQHydroRFQ.pdfJun 11, 2026 12:00 PM
SOW.docxJun 11, 2026 12:00 PM
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