Hydroponics Farm Boxes

The Federal Prison System under the Bureau of Prisons has issued a forecast for hydroponics farm boxes, aiming to support nationwide agricultural initiatives within federal correctional facilities. This opportunity is set as full and open competition with no set-aside restrictions, allowing all eligible vendors to respond. The NAICS code 111419 classifies the procurement under other vegetable and melon farming, indicating a focus on enclosed, soil-free growing systems designed for efficient food production in controlled environments. The place of performance is nationwide, suggesting that the hydroponic units will be deployed across multiple federal prison locations to enhance inmate programming, food sustainability, and vocational training. George Bodine serves as the primary point of contact for this opportunity, with David Orrantia designated as the Small Business Specialist to assist small businesses in navigating the process. Although no solicitation number has been assigned yet and no specific office location or zip code is listed, the forecast signals an upcoming formal request for proposals. The posting date of August 10, 2026, indicates this is a pre-solicitation notice, allowing industry stakeholders to prepare for future bidding and understand agency requirements ahead of the formal procurement launch.